Updated Jan 17, 2021 | 10:34 IST
Farmers in Karauli district of Rajasthan to hold a Mahapanchayat in the leadership of Gurjar leader Vijay Bainsala today to demand water. Mahapanchayat of farmers in Karaulit to demand water
Key Highlights
Jagar dam in Hindaun and Gambhiri River had been lifeline of Todabhim, Shri Mahavirji and Hindaun area in Karauli district.
State government led by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has been trying hard to convince the union government to declare Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP) with its estimated cost of Rs 41,000 crore as a national project.
Over exploitation has led to ground water depletion to deterioration of water quality over the years leading to many diseases and birth defects in the area.