Jayakwadi Dam Water Brings Relief to Parbhani Farmers Amid Water Scarcity; 3,300 Cusecs Released Through Canals

Dnyandeo Kudale, Correspondent
Parbhani: With rainfall below expectations this year, farmers in Parbhani district are facing significant challenges due to water scarcity. In a relief measure for farmers during the Rabi season, water has been released from the Jayakwadi Dam through its canals, offering some hope to farmers awaiting irrigation facilities.
A total discharge of 3,300 cusecs is reportedly being released through the two canals of the Jayakwadi project. Of this, 1,100 cusecs is being released through the right canal, while 2,200 cusecs is being released through the left canal. The arrival of water through the left canal is expected to support irrigation activities in Parbhani district.
The water supply is particularly important for crops such as sorghum, wheat and fodder. According to the irrigation schedule, three rounds of water supply have been planned for the Rabi season.
However, considering the prevailing water scarcity due to inadequate rainfall, farmers have been advised to use irrigation water judiciously. Along with agricultural requirements, proper water management for future drinking water needs remains a major challenge for the administration.