Question

Why Indira Gandhi Canal is called the Maruganga of Rajasthan?

Answer 1

The Indira Gandhi Canal (Originally: Rajasthan Canal) is the longest canal of India . It starts from the Harike Barrage at Harike, a few kilometers below the confluence of the Satluj and Beas rivers in the Indian state of Punjab and terminates in irrigation facilities in the Thar Desert in the north west of Rajasthan state. Previously known as the Rajasthan Canal, it was renamed the Indira Gandhi Canal on 2 November 1984 following the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

Answer 2

This canal is boon to the region of western rajasthan as it has completely altered the arid and barren landscape.

Explanation:

• The Indira Gandhi canal or the Rajasthan canal is the widest and longest canal in India and starts at the confluence of the satluj and beas river in the Indian state of Punjab and provides irrigation facilities to the Thar desert.

• The canal is a green revolution initiative and provides irrigation facilities to an area of 6,770 km square in Jaisalmer and Barmer districts. It has transformed the barren and desert soils into fertile fields. Crops like mustard, cotton, and other crops are grown.

• The IGC was also made to stabilize the sand dunes. Reclaiming deserted lands and various afforestation programs. Hence it's called the Maruganaga of Rajasthan.

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