The Punjab irrigation system consists of a major part of Indus Basin Irrigation system. It is a contiguous system and occupies a pivotal role in Pakistan’s economy and accounts for 80% of the country’s agricultural production. This system consists of 22 main canal systems and 13 barrages/headworks. The aggregate length of canals is 23000 miles with off-taking capacity of 1,30,000 cusecs. The Punjab irrigation system serves 26.78 million acres of cultureable lands and existing average cropping intensity is 130%.
Published on 26 December, 2011 (Express)
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