The Ministry of Rural Development has launched 56 new watershed development projects under PMKSY in 10 best-performing states viz; Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Nagaland, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Sikkim. What is the outlay of these 56 projects?

The correct answer is Rs.700 Crores . In News The Ministry of Rural Development has launched 56 new watershed development projects under PMKSY with an outlay of Rs.700 Crores. Key Points The total outlay for these 56 new watershed development projects is Rs.700 Crores, aimed at improving rainfed/degraded land through integrated watershed management. The projects cover about 5,000 hectares each and are located in 10 best-performing states. The Watershed Development Component under PMKSY aims to improve livelihoods, promote sustainability, and increase efficiency through community-based initiatives. Additional Information PMKSY (Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana) A scheme launched in 2015 to promote sustainable agricultural practices and improve water use efficiency across India. Watershed Development Aimed at improving the productive potential of rainfed and degraded land through integrated watershed management and strengthening local institutions. WDC-PMKSY 2.0 In 2021-22, the government-sanctioned 1150 projects with a total outlay of Rs.12,303 Crores, covering approximately 50 Lakh hectares under WDC-PMKSY 2.0. Best-performing States Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Nagaland, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Sikkim were identified as the 10 best-performing states for these watershed projects.