Ken-Betwa Link Project

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Experts recently flagged concerns over the construction work for the Ken-Betwa river linking project going on in the Panna Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, citing a severe impact on the wildlife population inside the reserve.

About Ken-Betwa Link Project

• It is a river interlinking project designed to transfer surplus water from the Ken River (Madhya Pradesh) to the water-scarce Betwa basin (Uttar Pradesh), both tributaries of the Yamuna.
• It is expected to bring prosperity to the drought-prone Bundelkhand region.
• Phase I of the project involves the construction of the Daudhan Dam in Madhya Pradesh, a 77-meter-high structure, and a 221 km long canal, including a 2 km tunnel, to move water efficiently. 
• The project will also generate 103 MW of hydropower and 27 MW of solar power.
• The project will utilize 4,543.52 MCM of water, benefiting Madhya Pradesh (2,350 MCM) and Uttar Pradesh (1,700 MCM) for irrigation, drinking water, and industrial use.
• Phase II of the project includes the Lower Orr Dam, Kotha Barrage, and Bina Complex Projects to enhance water availability.
• A significant concern is the impact on Panna Tiger Reserve, as nearly 6,000 hectares of its core area will be submerged due to the dam construction, affecting wildlife habitats.

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Ken-Betwa Link Project FAQs

Q1. What is the primary objective of the Ken-Betwa Link Project?

Ans. Transfer of surplus water from Ken to Betwa basin.

Q2. The Ken and Betwa rivers are tributaries of which major river?

Ans. Yamuna

Q3. Which region is expected to benefit the most from the Ken-Betwa Link Project?

Ans. Bundelkhand region

Source: HT