Bihar SW
In Bihar, the management of surface water is overseen by the Water Resources Department (WRD), which is responsible for the regulation and utilization of water from the state's rivers and other surface water bodies. The department's key focus areas include flood management, river control, and irrigation, ensuring efficient use of surface water for agriculture, drinking, and industrial needs. Additionally, Bihar has established the Flood Management Improvement Support Centre (FMISC), which works under the WRD to enhance flood forecasting, sediment management, and overall flood control in regions prone to seasonal floods, particularly in the Kosi basin. The WRD also oversees projects aimed at improving the infrastructure for water management, including embankments and irrigation systems, to reduce water logging and manage surface water more effectively.
The department collaborates with various other agencies and national initiatives to support the state's sustainable water resource management. The work is es
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| Agency Type | State |