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Chouhan urges states to speed up watershed projects

Rural development minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urged states to accelerate watershed projects. He emphasized clear, measurable outcomes for achieving a drought-free India. Projects under WDC-PMKSY 2.0 cover millions of hectares and significant funding. The government has released most of its allocated share for these initiatives. States are asked to assess projects based on land and water improvements.

2 Sep 2026 12:17 am