What are lamantation of the multi purpose river project
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Multi-purpose River Projects and Integrated Water-Resource Management
Multi purpose Project : A multipurpose project is that which fulfils a variety of purposes at the same time. Example : irrigation, generation of electricity etc.
Main objectives or Advantages of Multipurpose Project :
1. Generation of Power : They produce neat, pollution free and cheapest energy which is the back bone of industry and agriculture. According to the economic survey 2005-06 these produce more than 30, 000 M.W. power.
2. Flood Control : These projects control the flood because water can be stored in them. These projects have converted many ‘rivers of sorrow’ into river of boon. Example River Kosi.
3. Soil Conservation : These conserve the soil because they slow down the speed of water.
4. Irrigation : They irrigate the fields during the dry seasons. Many canals have been dug and they irrigate dry areas.
5. Afforestation : Trees are systematically planted in and around reservoirs. This helps in preserving “Wild life” and natural ecosystm.
6. Water Navigation : They provide for Inland water navigation through main river or canal. It is the cheapest means of transport for heavy goods.
7. Fisheries : These provide ideal condition for the breeding of fish. Choosen varieties of fish are allowed to grow.
8. Tourist Centres : These projects are well cared and are scientifically developed. So these become the centre of tourist attraction.
Multi purpose Project : A multipurpose project is that which fulfils a variety of purposes at the same time. Example : irrigation, generation of electricity etc.
Main objectives or Advantages of Multipurpose Project :
1. Generation of Power : They produce neat, pollution free and cheapest energy which is the back bone of industry and agriculture. According to the economic survey 2005-06 these produce more than 30, 000 M.W. power.
2. Flood Control : These projects control the flood because water can be stored in them. These projects have converted many ‘rivers of sorrow’ into river of boon. Example River Kosi.
3. Soil Conservation : These conserve the soil because they slow down the speed of water.
4. Irrigation : They irrigate the fields during the dry seasons. Many canals have been dug and they irrigate dry areas.
5. Afforestation : Trees are systematically planted in and around reservoirs. This helps in preserving “Wild life” and natural ecosystm.
6. Water Navigation : They provide for Inland water navigation through main river or canal. It is the cheapest means of transport for heavy goods.
7. Fisheries : These provide ideal condition for the breeding of fish. Choosen varieties of fish are allowed to grow.
8. Tourist Centres : These projects are well cared and are scientifically developed. So these become the centre of tourist attraction.
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