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Performance audit of food security schemes in Orissa and Uttar Pradesh – A report by Centre for Environment and Food Security
Posted on 13 Dec, 2011 04:55 PMThe schemes covered under this audit include, (a) Public Distribution System (PDS), (b) Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY), (c) Mid-day Meals (MDM), (d) Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), (e) National Old Age Pension Scheme (NOAPS), (f) National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS), (g) Annapurna, (h) National Maternity Benefit Scheme (NMBS), (i) Swarnajayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY), and (j) National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS).
The Mullaperiyar dam debate - An issue of safety versus rights?
Posted on 12 Dec, 2011 10:40 AMThe issue that has been making headlines in the last few days has been that of the continuing debate between the states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu over the Mullaperiyar dam. This debate has opened up a number of issues related to the ownership and use of water between the two states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala in the context of the current changes and the loss of relevance of the laws and decisions made during the colonial rule; the water sharing, irrigation and power generation needs of both the states; and the recent concerns on the safety of the dam in Kerala versus the urgent irrigation needs of the agricultural sector in Tamil Nadu.
A view of the Mullaiperiyar dam on Kerala-Tamil Nadu border at Kumili.Photo: Vibhu
Image Source: The Hindu
This article sheds light on the history of the Mullaperiyar dam and the background for the current deadlock between the two states over the dam. The current deadlock between the two states over the dam is essentially not a dispute for water, but has its roots in the colonial times, and has to do with the need to come to terms with the agreements and decisions made in those times with changing economic, political and environmental contexts and concerns about the safety of the dam in Kerala versus the irrigation needs of the farmers in the state of Tamil Nadu.
9th Everything About Water Expo 2012 , Earth Water Group, February 9-11, 2012, Greater Noida, Delhi
Posted on 11 Dec, 2011 02:33 PMOrganizer: Earth Water Group
Venue: India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi
Description:
EA Water Pvt Ltd is India’s leading information and marketing solutions company in the field of water and wastewater management. Our print magazine, website, e-newsletters, seminars, training programmes and other offerings are extremely popular with water professionals. Our mission is to use technology and customer focus to attain renaissance in the Indian Water Industry. In our 10 years of existence, we have built a huge relationship base and credibility in the water community. 9th Everything About Water Expo 2012 from 9-11 February, 2012 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi NCR. The International Conference at the same venue will also have renowned experts and famous speakers on water and wastewater management from all over the world. More than 850 delegates from industry and government would also attend the program.
Fishery statistics – A manual by Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
Posted on 11 Dec, 2011 10:08 AM
It has a ready to use reference guide on methodological aspects of data (metadata) based on harmonized concepts and methodologies that facilitate international comparison and help in aggregation of statistics to derive meaningful conclusions. The adoption of the methodology suggested in this manual will go a long way in facilitating data aggregation and data comparison both at intra-regional levels, including international levels.
The section on both marine and inland fisheries consists of four chapters and appendices. Chapter I highlights the significance of the sector, need for statistical standards and development of statistical system of the sector. Concepts and definitions are placed in Chapter II. Chapter III presents sources of data and details of methodology being adopted for generating these data. Chapter IV conveys the suggestion for ensuring quality standards. Lastly, appendices include estimation methods, forms and schedules and major resources available in the Indian waters.
India Water Week 2012, National Water Development Agency, April 10-12, 2012, New Delhi
Posted on 11 Dec, 2011 09:29 AMOrganizers: National Water Development Agency
Venue: Vigyan Bhavan, Maulana Azad Road, New Delhi
Description:
Water is the prime input to the growth and prosperity of the nation. Keeping in view the vital role of water in all aspects of life and also in assuring sustained development of economy, Ministry of Water Resources, Government of India have endeavored to celebrate India Water Week on an annual basis to provide a forum for national and international level dialogue for the policy makers as well as technical and socio-economic area workers in the sector as well as the society in general for generating innovative ideas and recognizing the works of significance by the individuals and organizers. As a part of the celebrations, a multi-disciplinary conference, a technology-cum-public awareness exhibition and study tours have been planned. All interested are welcome for joining hands with the Ministry of Water Resources for making this week a sustained success. This year, the first event will be organised between 10th to 14th April 2012 at New Delhi.
Comparative management performance of government and farmer managed irrigation systems in Kashmir
Posted on 04 Dec, 2011 11:49 AMKashmir was originally home to an elaborate network of farmer owned and managed canal based irrigation systems. Gradually, with the increase in planned development, several irrigation canals were taken under the control of the irrigation department. This paper compares the management of irrigation systems by farmers and government.
Ajunhi kordech aad (The wells are still dry) - An article in marathi - Anubhav magazine
Posted on 03 Dec, 2011 11:53 AMA large part of the state of Maharashtra continues to face acute scarcity of water due to scanty rainfall, which has had a serious impact on the livelihoods of people who live in these areas. This article "Ajuni Kordech Aad" meaning "The wells are still dry" published in the magazine Anubhav highlights the extreme hardships, lack of employment opportunities, forced migration due to negative impact on agriculture and livestock, and poverty and deprivation that people living in these areas have to face due to this water scarcity.
Thembe thembe samruddhi (Prosperity with every drop) - An article from the magazine Anubhav
Posted on 02 Dec, 2011 03:23 PMThis article in Marathi from the magazine Anubhav titled 'Thembe thembe samruddhi' meaning 'Prosperity with every drop' highlights the situation of acute scarcity of water in the state of Maharashtra and argues that this has been a barrier to the progress of the state leading to dire poverty and deprivation.
Encephalitis deaths in India - The same story of poverty, neglect, disaster and disease, how long will this continue ?
Posted on 02 Dec, 2011 10:15 AMGuest post by : Aarti Kelkar-Khambete
Initiation workshop in November 2011 - Study on exploring strategies for increasing per capita availability of water in Gingee town (Tamil Nadu) - DHAN Foundation
Posted on 01 Dec, 2011 11:56 AMThis workshop organised by the DHAN Foundation in the Gingee Town Panchayat (GTP) in Tamil Nadu on the 18th of November 2011, aimed at initiating a scientific study titled “Strategy for increasing per capita availability of water for Gingee town, Tamilnadu". Elected representatives of the town panchayat along with the general public and government officials participated in this workshop.
