Archive · 14 Jun 2025
UP Constructs Farm Ponds, Opens Applications for Irrigation
The Uttar Pradesh government is helping farmers by building small ponds called farm ponds.
These ponds collect rainwater for crops.
Since 2017, they built over 37,000!
Now, farmers can apply online for a new pond in 2025-26.
They must apply on a website and sign up.
The cost is shared by the farmer and the government.
Farmers also need a special watering system and can get help paying for it.
This helps farmers grow more food and save water!
Uttar Pradesh government built 37,403 farm ponds since 2017-18 to improve irrigation.
Online applications for farm pond construction in 2025-26 are open.
Farmers can apply on a first-come, first-served basis via the department's website.
The cost of a small pond is ₹1.05 lakh, split between farmer and government.
Farmers must have micro-irrigation and can apply for a pump set subsidy.
- Who
- The Uttar Pradesh government and farmers.
- What
- The Uttar Pradesh government is constructing farm ponds and offering subsidies.
- When
- Construction began in 2017-18; applications for 2025-26 are open as of June 3.
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh, India.
- Why
- To improve irrigation, conserve water, and boost agricultural productivity.
- Farm Ponds Constructed
- 37,403 (since 2017-18)
- Program Name
- Khet Talab Yojana
- Online Application Start Date
- June 3
- Small Pond Cost
- ₹1.05 lakh
- Farmer Contribution
- ₹52,500
- Pump Set Subsidy
- 50% of cost up to ₹15,000