Canals of India

The Indira Gandhi Canal, formerly known as the Rajasthan Canal, is the longest canal in India, stretching over 649 km.

The Indira Gandhi Canal is often referred to as the 'lifeline of Rajasthan' due to its crucial role in providing irrigation and drinking water to the arid regions of the state.

The Sardar Sarovar Canal is primarily used for irrigation purposes, providing water to agricultural lands in the states of Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.

The Nagarjuna Sagar Canal is a major irrigation canal that connects the Godavari and Krishna rivers in the state of Andhra Pradesh.

The Bhakra Nangal Canal has a length of approximately 204 km and is located in the states of Punjab and Haryana.

The Nagarjuna Sagar Canal was constructed as part of the Krishna River Project, a major irrigation and hydroelectric power project in the state of Andhra Pradesh.

The Rajasthan Canal Project is primarily aimed at providing irrigation to the arid regions of Rajasthan, transforming them into productive agricultural lands.

The Tungabhadra Canal is a major irrigation canal located in the state of Karnataka, providing water to agricultural lands in the Tungabhadra river basin.

The Indira Gandhi Canal has a length of approximately 649 km, making it the longest canal in India.

The Bhakra Nangal Canal is often referred to as the 'Green Revolution Canal' due to its significant role in transforming the agricultural landscape of Punjab and Haryana, leading to increased crop production.

The Sardar Sarovar Dam and Canal Project serves multiple purposes, including irrigation, hydroelectricity generation, navigation, and flood control.

The Kallanai Canal is an ancient irrigation canal located in the state of Tamil Nadu, constructed over 2,000 years ago and still in use today.

The Nagarjuna Sagar Canal has a length of approximately 312 km and is located in the state of Andhra Pradesh.

The Upper Ganga Canal is a major irrigation canal located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, providing water to agricultural lands in the Ganga river basin.

The Sardar Sarovar Canal has a length of approximately 458 km and is located in the states of Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.