6th Meeting of Steering Committee of Ken-Betwa Link Project held in New Delhi

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Last Updated22/07/2024

The 6th meeting of the Steering Committee of Ken-Betwa Link Project Authority was held in New Delhi.

The meeting also saw participation of officers from NITI Ayog, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Ministry of Finance, WII, NWDA, CWC, KBLPA and WAPCOS.
The Chairperson highlighted the importance of the project for the Bundelkhand region and stressed for employing best practices in construction, so as to safeguard the interest of environment, biodiversity alongwith the community development.
The Chairperson further requested Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh for expeditious action for acquiring the land for the Link Canal.
The Chairperson discussed with the officials of Ken-Betwa Link Project Authority (KBLPA) and Government of MP, on the planning and execution of Daudhan Dam in a timely manner.
It was discussed that both the States may attach offices with the KBLPA on priority.
effective implementation of resettlement and rehabilitation for betterment of Project affected Families.
Action for compensatory afforestation, catchment area treatment especially during the ongoing Monsoon season.
The Chairperson directed to ensure implementation of Integrated Landscape Management Plan with the coordination of all the stakeholders, so that all the measures are taken in a timely manner.