60-Day Canal Closure Begins in Western Rajasthan, Water Crisis Looms in Six Districts
March 26, 2025 – Jodhpur – A 60-day shutdown of the Indira Gandhi Canal Project, considered the lifeline of western Rajasthan, commenced today, raising concerns of an impending water crisis across six major districts. The canal closure, scheduled to continue until May 27, will severely impact irrigation and may strain drinking water supplies in affected … Read more
