Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP)

The Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP) in Telangana is one of the world’s largest multi-stage lift irrigation projects, designed to boost agriculture and water supply.

Context: The Telangana High Court refused to stay the Justice P.C. Ghose Commission report on alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP).

About Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP)

Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP) is the world’s largest multi-stage lift irrigation project, built on the Godavari River in Bhupalpally district, Telangana.
The project spans 500+ km across 13 districts, with a canal network of 1,800 km.
Construction began in June 2019.
Designed to provide 240 TMC of water, out of which 70% is allocated for irrigation.
The project originates at the confluence of the Pranhita and Godavari rivers.
KLIP uses massive pump systems and surge pools to lift water to elevated delivery chambers, enabling distribution across a wide command area.

Godavari River

Godavari River, also known as Dakshin Ganga, is India’s second-longest river after the Ganga.
Originates from Trimbakeshwar (Maharashtra).
Flows 1,465 km eastward, passing through Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha, before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.
Major Left-Bank Tributaries: Purna, Pranhita, Indravati, Sabari.
Major Right-Bank Tributaries: Pravara, Manjira, Manair.