Mokampura Pond Bhoomi Pujan in Jhabua: 120 Hectares to Receive Irrigation Facility
A new irrigation project, the Mokampura Pond, was inaugurated in Jhabua, Madhya Pradesh, promising water access for 120 hectares of farmland.
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New Irrigation Project Launched in Jhabua District
A significant irrigation project has been inaugurated in the Petlawad development block of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. Women and Child Development Minister Ms. Nirmala Bhuriya performed the formal Bhoomi Pujan (groundbreaking ceremony) for the Mokampura Pond scheme on Saturday, October 18, 2026. The project, with an estimated cost of ₹145.71 lakh, aims to enhance irrigation facilities for farmers in the region.
Benefiting Local Farmers
The Mokampura Pond, to be constructed by the Water Resources Department, is expected to provide irrigation benefits to approximately 120 hectares of agricultural land. This initiative will directly benefit 163 tribal farmer families in the village of Mokampura, potentially boosting their agricultural productivity and income.
"The state government is committed to the welfare of farmers and the development of the agricultural sector. Expanding irrigation facilities in rural areas is one of the government's top priorities," stated Minister Ms. Nirmala Bhuriya, emphasizing the importance of farmer welfare.
The Minister expressed confidence that the construction of the Mokampura Pond would ensure water availability for farmers, aiding in increasing crop production and strengthening their economic standing. She urged the assembled farmers to understand the importance of water conservation and to utilize available resources effectively.
Project Technical Details and Impact
Officials from the Water Resources Department provided technical details, stating that the newly constructed pond will have a live water storage capacity of 0.60 million cubic meters. The total irrigation potential of the scheme is 120 hectares. This project is considered a crucial step towards accelerating local agricultural activities and strengthening the rural economy.
Inauguration Ceremony Attendees
The Bhoomi Pujan ceremony was attended by several officials and local villagers, including Janpad representative Ajmer Singh, Gram Panchayat Mokampura Sarpanch Kantilal Muniya, Janpad member Ranja Bai, Water Resources Department Executive Engineer Vipin Patidar, and Sub-divisional Officer Aditya Tamrakar.