Jaipur, April 7 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma will visit the Guhata village in Indragarh tehsil of Bundi district on Wednesday to inspect the ongoing construction of the Chambal Aqueduct, being developed under the Rajasthan Water Grid Corporation Limited, government officials said on Tuesday.

The Bharatiya Janata Party-led state government remains firmly committed to the successful implementation of the ‘Ram Jal Setu Link Project’, a transformative initiative for Eastern Rajasthan.

“The progress of this ambitious and life-sustaining project, which is set to benefit 17 districts of the state, is being closely and continuously monitored,” officials added.

The Chambal Aqueduct is a key component of the revised Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal Link Project.

This vital structure will connect Piplada Samel village in Digod tehsil of Kota district to Guhata village in Bundi district.

Spanning nearly 2,280 metres across the Chambal river, the aqueduct is currently under construction and is being executed in mission mode to ensure timely completion.

In addition to facilitating water transfer, the aqueduct will also serve as a route for public movement, thereby improving local connectivity.

The revised Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal Link Project has been conceptualised by expanding the scope of the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP).

The Ramjal Setu Link Project, a revised version of the Parbati-KalisindhChambal river linking project, aims to ensure uninterrupted drinking water supply to people across several regions of the state.

In its first phase, the project aims to provide drinking water to nearly 3.25 crore people across 17 districts.

It will also ensure water availability for irrigation and industrial use, significantly strengthening the region’s water security.

This landmark initiative is expected to play a crucial role in accelerating the socio-economic development of the state by enhancing agricultural productivity, supporting industries, and improving the quality of life for millions of residents.

–IANS

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