Andhra Pradesh
Community Based Tank Management Project
Government of Andhra Pradesh |
Objectives of the Project |
GoAP has initiated community based action plan to rehabilitate about 2.5 lakh hectares under Minor Irrigation tanks in project mode to improve tank based livelihoods on technically and economically sound principles. The proposed project is expected to contribute to this plan, initiate reforms in existing programmes and scale up the new approach of reviving traditional Minor Irrigation tanks on a sustainable basis.
The development objective is to improve tank systems based livelihoods and strengthen community management of selected tank systems. The strategy adopted to achieve this objective is to:
- strengthen community based institutions for participatory irrigation management and sustainable use of water resources including water distribution;
- facilitate participatory planning and implementation;
- focus on improving livelihood options of tank based communities;
- revive, restore and manage minor irrigation systems (both surface and ground water) through participatory processes;
- promote water use efficiency through conjunctive water use and adoption of modern techniques ( SRI Paddy, Micro-irrigation);
- understand water resource management from a holistic perspective on at least sub-watershed or sub-basin basis and to resolve the issues in relation to water management, soil moisture availability, groundwater recharge and tank storage; and
- ensure the financial sustainability of tank management systems including an enhanced role for appropriate community institutions by empowering them to collect water fees and mobilize additional resources for effective operation and maintenance (O&M)
The four components of the project are:
1. Strengthening community based institutions to assume responsibility for tank system improvement and management – including development of human resources, formation and / or strengthening of local institutions for tank improvement and management and development of mechanisms whereby the needs of traditionally vulnerable stakeholders can be addressed.
2. Tank systems improvement – including physical investments in tank systems with command area of 40 ha and above. The actual rehabilitation work required would be determined for each system individually with an upfront Tank Improvement and Management Plan (TIMP) prepared in consultation with tank users prior to undertaking any investments. In general, investments are likely to address deficiencies in feeder channels, tank bed and structures and the water distribution and drainage systems.
3. Livelihoods support services for tank system users – including promotion of farmer interest groups, agricultural research and extension, support through public agencies and private service providers as appropriate and facilitation of credit and market linkages for agricultural producers / growers (including fisheries and livestock products).
4. Project Management – Activities under this component would help ensure effective project management at the state and district levels, information and logistic support, communications, project related consultancies and concurrent monitoring and evaluation.
Scope of the project
The project will carry out rehabilitation of a maximum of 3000 tank systems in the following batches:
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500 |
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1000 |
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1500 |
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3000 |
The detailed G.O. regarding implemention of the project is already issued by the government click to view the G.O.
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Select Category to Apply... |
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Apply for Project Management Unit (PMU) |
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M & E Expert |
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M & E Expert (Financial) |
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MIS Manager |
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Environmental Expert |
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Commodity Expert |
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*the above positions are based at Hyderabad |
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Apply for District Project Unit (DPU) |
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Asst. Project Director (Institutional Development) |
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Asst. Project Director (Agrl. Extension) |
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Asst. Project Director (Agrl. Business) |
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Asst. Project Director (Monitoring and Evaluation) |
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Asst. Project Director (MIS) |
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Technical Consultant |
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* Professionals having experience in water sector and engaged in similar nature of works earlier are requested to apply. |
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Guidelines to Candidates: |
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* Candidates must apply online only. |
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* The last date for receiving application is 5.00 PM on 16th August 2008 |
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* The shortlisted candidates will be intimated by Email for attending interview. |
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* Remuneration will be based on qualification and experience only. |
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Address for Communication |
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The Commissioner, Irrigation and CAD Department, III Floor, Jalasoudha Building, Erramanzil, Hyderabad. Andhra Pradesh, India. Pin: 500082. Email: info@apmitanks.in |
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