Major canal in India:
Major canal in India
1. Indira Gandhi Canal - Rajasthan
It is India’s longest canal, built to irrigate the arid regions of Rajasthan. It originates from the Harike Barrage, bringing water from the Sutlej and Beas rivers.
2. Upper Ganga Canal - Uttar Pradesh
Constructed in the 19th century, it diverts water from the Ganga at Haridwar for irrigation in western Uttar Pradesh, supporting agriculture and controlling floods.
3. Lower Ganga Canal - Uttar Pradesh
This canal branches from the Ganga, downstream of the Upper Ganga Canal, providing irrigation to eastern Uttar Pradesh and helping in water distribution across the Gangetic plains.
4. Sharda Canal - Uttar Pradesh
Originating from the Sharda river, it irrigates the western districts of Uttar Pradesh. It improves agriculture, supports crop growth, and enhances rural water management in the region.
5. Yamuna Canal - Haryana
It diverts water from the Yamuna river at Hathnikund Barrage, providing irrigation and drinking water to Haryana districts, supporting agriculture and regional water needs.
6. Western Yamuna Canal - Haryana
Originating from the Yamuna at Hathnikund, it irrigates Haryana and parts of Delhi. It is historically significant, built during Mughal times, modernized for agriculture and water management.
7. Eastern Yamuna Canal - Uttar Pradesh
This canal diverts Yamuna water for irrigation in eastern Uttar Pradesh, enhancing crop production, supporting agriculture, and maintaining water distribution efficiency.
8. Sutlej-Yamuna Link Canal (SYL) - Punjab-Haryana
Intended to connect Sutlej and Yamuna rivers, it allows water sharing between Punjab and Haryana. It is politically disputed, causing ongoing inter-state water conflicts.
9. Sirhind Canal - Punjab
Constructed during British times, it diverts Sutlej water for irrigation in Punjab. It supports agriculture, increases crop yield, and benefits local communities.
10. Bhakra Canal - Punjab, Haryana
Part of Bhakra Nangal project, it channels water from Bhakra Dam for irrigation and drinking purposes, enhancing agriculture in Punjab and Haryana.
11. Kakatiya Canal - Telangana
Originates from the Sriram Sagar reservoir, it irrigates Telangana districts, supporting agriculture, drinking water supply, and regional development.
12. Nagarjuna Sagar Left Canal - Andhra Pradesh
Diverts water from the Nagarjuna Sagar Dam to irrigate lands in Andhra Pradesh, improving agriculture, supporting crops like paddy and sugarcane.
13. Nagarjuna Sagar Right Canal - Telangana
Channels water from Nagarjuna Sagar Dam to Telangana, providing irrigation, improving agriculture, and helping regional water management.
14. Tungabhadra Left Canal - Andhra Pradesh
Originates from Tungabhadra Dam, it irrigates farmland in Andhra Pradesh, supporting agriculture and water distribution for crops.
15. Tungabhadra Right Canal - Karnataka
Diverts water from Tungabhadra Dam for irrigation in Karnataka, helping farmers and improving agricultural productivity in the region.
16. Krishna Western Delta Canal - Andhra Pradesh
Branches from Krishna River delta, irrigates western delta lands, increases crop yield, and supports paddy and other crop cultivation.
17. Mahanadi Canal - Odisha
Constructed on Mahanadi River, it irrigates Odisha’s delta region, supports agriculture, improves water management, and prevents seasonal droughts in the state.