Project Duration: Jan 2021 to Ongoing
Funded by: WBADMIP, Govt. of West Bengal
Project site:
Darjeeling district of West Bengal covering Kurseong, Mirik, Bijanbari, Sukiyapokhri, Rangli Rangliot blocks
Short details:
NEWS has been implementing a minor irrigation initiative under WBADMIP in Kurseong block, focusing on spring rejuvenation. Six Water Users’ Associations have been established. Livelihood augmentation activities, including cultivation of 12.21 hectares of fruits and vegetables, fish farming by 55 WUA members, setup of two poly houses, have been carried out.