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Irrigation Schemes Across India Highlight Vast English Projects
The article surveys historic irrigation efforts in India under British rule, noting the Soane and Ganges delta schemes, costs, and expected gains. It details dams, main canals, and branches designed to irrigate millions of acres, boost rice yields, and stabilize revenue, while comparing with Nile and California climates and urging efficient water measurement and governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
Piedmont
Lomhardy
California
Laly
Canale Cavour
Egypt
Nile
Joseph
India
United States
Ganges
Indus
Himalayas
Rocky Mountains
Sierra Nevada
Great Plains
Sacramento
Davidson
Pacific Coast
Great Valley of
Ganges Valley
Himalayan Range
Madras
Northwest
Gravvya
Bewah
Bhota
Amiore Range
Arrah
Petna
Shahaba
Patna
Gaya
Bengal
Soune
Dehree
Raroon
Shahabad
Mirzapur
Awmiore
Soane
Baroon
East India Railway
Monghyr