Question
How much has the Indian government approved for the 56
new Watershed Development Projects under the PMKSY-WDC 2.0 scheme?Solution
The Indian government has approved ₹700 crore for 56 new Watershed Development Projects under the PMKSY-WDC 2.0 scheme. These projects aim to rehabilitate 2.8 lakh hectares of degraded land and focus on soil conservation, rainwater harvesting, and livelihood support for the asset-less population across 10 states.