Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance

The Koshi-Mechi Inter-State Link Project, a key initiative under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana-Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (PMKSY-AIBP), has been allocated ₹3,652.56 crore in central assistance for its remaining cost of ₹6,143.22 crore, with completion targeted by March 2029. The project aims to enhance irrigation and flood control in Bihar and Nepal by linking the Koshi and Mechi rivers, thereby boosting agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods. The ongoing reconstruction of the Eastern Koshi Main Canal, awarded at ₹2,639.80 crore, has achieved 8.5% physical progress so far. Bilateral discussions with Nepal are underway to explore the construction of dams on the Koshi River for mutual benefits, including flood mitigation. Additionally, the Joint Project Office (JPO-SKSKI), established in 2003, continues to prepare Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for the Sapta-Kosi Multi-Purpose Project and Sun-Kosi-Kamala Diversion Multi-Purpose Project, with key studies like topographical surveys, hydrological assessments, and seismic studies already completed.

For banking, SSC, and RBI Grade B aspirants, this project holds significance as it reflects India’s focus on water resource management, infrastructure development, and international cooperation—key themes in governance and public policy. Questions may arise on the role of central schemes like PMKSY-AIBP, inter-state river disputes, or the economic impact of irrigation projects, which are often tested in exams. The project’s emphasis on flood control and agricultural enhancement also ties into broader topics like disaster management and sustainable development, making it relevant for current affairs sections in competitive examinations.

Source: PIB (Press Information Bureau)

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