Sikta Irrigation Project reports 51 percent progress, data collections of beneficiaries underway
Summary
The under-construction Sikta Irrigation Project has reached 51 percent physical progress, with about Rs 24 billion spent on infrastructure so far. Officials are collecting beneficiary data to manage water distribution and plan future expansion, as the project aims to irrigate 42,766 hectares in Banke.
Key Points
- Sikta Irrigation Project has started collecting data on farmers and water users to improve water management and identify beneficiaries.
- Project director Raju Acharya said the data collection is in its final phase and will help determine expansion and infrastructure needs.
- The project has reached 51 percent physical progress, with around Rs 24 billion spent on construction.
- The project aims to irrigate 42,766 hectares in Banke and has already extended irrigation to 25,000 hectares.
