Odisha SW

The Surface Water Agency in Odisha is primarily managed through the Department of Water Resources (DoWR), which oversees water resources across the state, focusing on surface water and groundwater management. Odisha has several river basins, and the management of surface water is crucial for both agricultural and domestic needs. The state has significant irrigation systems, which include large dams, reservoirs, and canals for storing and distributing surface water. The department works on improving water availability by managing river basins and ensuring that water demands, including irrigation, drinking water, and industrial use, are met sustainably​. The Odisha Lift Irrigation Corporation (OLIC) also plays a role in managing water distribution for agricultural irrigation. It facilitates various lift irrigation projects, ensuring water is available in areas with inadequate natural surface water resources​. These efforts are part of broader water resource management strategies in Odisha, which balance surface

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