Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Bedag Village: From Water Scarcity to Bullet Fame
Bedag village in Maharashtra used to have a lot of problems with water, especially in the summer.
But things changed when a big irrigation project called the Mhaisal lift irrigation project started.
Now, the village has water all year round, which has made farming better and helped the villagers earn more money.
Because of this, more than 80% of the families in Bedag own a Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle, which is why the village is now famous as the 'Bullet village'.
Bedag village in Maharashtra is known as the 'Bullet village' with over 80% households owning a Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle.
The village's transformation is attributed to the Mhaisal lift irrigation project, which brought reliable water supply.
Before the project, Bedag faced severe water shortages, especially during summer.
The irrigation project improved farming and the financial condition of villagers.
The village was once known for betel leaf cultivation.
- Who
- Residents and leaders of Bedag village
- What
- Transformation of Bedag from a water-scarce village to a prosperous one known for Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycles
- When
- After the Mhaisal lift irrigation project became operational
- Where
- Bedag village, Miraj taluka, Maharashtra
- Why
- Due to the reliable water supply from the Mhaisal lift irrigation project
Water Scarcity Challenges
Prosperity Through Irrigation
Water Availability
Water Scarcity Challenges
Bedag faced severe water shortages, especially during summer.
Prosperity Through Irrigation
The Mhaisal lift irrigation project brought reliable water supply, improving farming and financial conditions.
- Location
- Miraj taluka, Maharashtra
- Distance from Sangli city
- 22 kilometres
- Notable Feature
- More than 80% households own a Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle
- Key Project
- Mhaisal lift irrigation project
- Impact of Irrigation
- Improved farming and financial conditions