Jharkhand SW

The Surface Water Agency in Jharkhand operates under the Water Resources Department (WRD) of the state, which is responsible for managing and regulating water resources, including surface water. This department handles the construction, maintenance, and operation of irrigation and flood control infrastructure. Jharkhand's WRD focuses on managing the state's surface water systems by ensuring the sustainability of rivers, streams, and reservoirs, which provide essential water for agricultural, industrial, and domestic use. The department also works on flood control and water conservation projects, including the construction of dams, embankments, and check dams. Additionally, the state government has taken measures for interlinking rivers and regulating the use of water from interstate rivers. Jharkhand’s WRD is committed to the sustainable management of the state's water resources to provide maximum social and economic benefits to its residents while maintaining ecological balance.

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Agency Type	State