What happened: PMKSY-AIBP approval for the Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project
The Ministry of Jal Shakti approved the Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayi Yojana – Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (PMKSY-AIBP). The approval covers the balance cost of works amounting to Rs. 6,143.22 crore, with central assistance of Rs. 3,652.56 crore.
The government’s stated target for project completion is March 2029. The approval also includes remodeling-related execution within the project component tied to the Eastern Kosi Main Canal.
Background and earlier position: canal remodeling scope and current reported progress
For the Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project, remodeling work of the Eastern Kosi Main Canal has been taken up from K.M. 0.00 to 41.30.
For the Eastern Kosi Main Canal remodeling work from K.M. 0.00 to 41.30, the awarded contract value is Rs. 2,639.80 crore, and the reported physical progress is 8.5% so far.
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