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- Andhra Pradesh's Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu released a White Paper outlining the state government's plan to complete 36 major irrigation projects with an estimated investment of ₹35,555 crore by December 2028.
- The Minister said the government has spent ₹24,611 crore on irrigation over the past two years and introduced an irrigation action calendar to speed up execution.
- He detailed progress on the Polavaram Project, including 31 per cent completion of the ECRF Dam and the aim of supplying water to Anakapalli district by July 2026, while alleging neglect of the sector and fund diversion under the previous YSRCP government.
- The White Paper, according to the Minister, reflects the government's strategy to finish long-pending projects and improve water availability across the state.
What to watch next
- Whether the 36 projects meet the December 2028 completion deadline and the ₹35,555 crore investment target
- Progress on Polavaram's ECRF Dam and canal works, including water supply to Anakapalli district by July 2026
- Completion of Handri Neeva Sujala Sravanthi Project Phases I and II within the announced 100 days
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