Rs 5,000 crore initiative to irrigate 1.5 lakh hectares across five districts; environmental clearances pave way for tribal farmer empowerment and drought mitigation
Published on: October 07, 2025
By: BTNI
Location: Raipur, India
The state government has received final approvals for the ambitious Sammakka Sagar Project, a multi-purpose irrigation scheme on the Godavari River that promises to transform agriculture in Chhattisgarh’s southern districts. Valued at over Rs 5,000 crore, the project involves constructing a 45-meter-high dam near Chintakonta village in Bijapur, alongside canals and reservoirs to cover 1.5 lakh hectares in Bijapur, Sukma, Dantewada, and Narayanpur.
Announced today by the Water Resources Department, the nod follows comprehensive environmental impact assessments confirming minimal ecological disruption.Benefiting over 2 lakh tribal farmers, the initiative will harness monsoon flows for year-round cropping, focusing on paddy, pulses, and horticulture to boost yields by 30-40%. It includes provisions for 50 MW hydropower generation and drinking water supply to 200 villages, addressing chronic water scarcity exacerbated by climate shifts.
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Chief engineers highlighted community consultations with Adivasi groups, incorporating sustainable designs like fish ladders and afforestation to preserve biodiversity in the Godavari basin.This development aligns with the state’s Rs 7 lakh crore investment influx in the past 10 months, prioritizing agri-infrastructure.
Construction is slated to begin by December, with completion targeted for 2030, potentially adding Rs 2,000 crore annually to rural economies through enhanced productivity and market linkages. As Chhattisgarh eyes self-sufficiency in food grains, Sammakka Sagar stands as a beacon for equitable resource distribution in Naxal-affected zones.
