MCAD

MCAD Principles Ver 6.25

SoP B1
Principle 1 Cluster as the working level in the Command Area. The large command area will
be divided into clusters. The size of the cluster may vary from 50 ha (for small states) to a
maximum of 5000 ha (for large states). The size of the cluster determines the economic
strength of the Water User Society. It can be a administrative boundary for convenience and
will incorporate the full administrative boundary of the village for ease of managment. The
convergence of all Government sponsored benefit schemes can be done at cluster level.

WUS at Cluster

Village 2

PPIN Network

Village 1

Village 3
Village 4

Principle 2 The Water User Society (WUS) will manage the water in the Cluster. It will
receive the bulk water from the Department and charge its members It can be constituted under
Society Registration Act 1860, Co-operation Act etc. as suitable to State. The WUS will be
subject to Annual Audit by the Government. The WUS will have a elected voluntary hierarchy
system something like::
At maximum size: 5000 ha Cluster: headed by Pani Pradhan ( PP)
At 1000 ha Division: headed by Deputy Pani Pradhan ( DPP)
At 300ha (Village / Zone) : headed by Gram Pani Pradhan (GPP)
At 30 Ha Chak for Chak Committee (CC) : headed by Chak Pani Pradhan (CPP)
At 5 ha Sub Chak Committee (SCC) : headed by Jal Mitra (JM)

Principle 3: All the water sources in the Cluster will be Integrated. This may include the
community GW well, Canal water, Minor Irrigation structures, community ponds, available
recycled water. This will ensure year around water for 2/3 crops and full utilization of the PPIN
assets

Principle 4 The water supply for irrigation from integrated sources shall be able to deliver at
Water Use Efficiency of 75% and above through underground Pressurized Piped Water
Network. The farmers will use water efficient methods like micro irrigation or community-based
center pivot systems for farming.

Principle 5 Water Accounting through use of technology like SCADA, IoT and link up with
satellite ET based Water Management system to ensure operational Water Use Efficiency at
all crop seasons.

Principle 6 For Irrigation as a Service, the construction contractors will be roped in as

Irrigation Service Providers (ISP) with long term contracts (5 years and above) and report to
the WUS
MCAD
Roles and Responsibilities in MCAD Ver 5.25
SoP B2

Funding and monitoring of the scheme at the Central level.

Finalization of the Clusters for the Program
Technical Support to the State Government(s)
Central Government
Setting up of National Program Management Unit (NPMU) for effective
Data Management for India Irrigation Management System (IIMS)
Sharing Cross State learnings, documentation of good practices
Identify the Nodal Implementing Authority which will co-ordinate with all
Departments and set up State Program Management Unit (SPMU)
Setting up the State Level steering Committee under Chief Secretary
Identification of the Clusters for the MCAD program
Aid the formation of WUS before start of MCAD Infrastructure
Arrange State Nodal Officer for SNA-Sparsh and arrange state share of
funding
Ensuring adequate power structure for Pump Station at Canal
Identification and integration of all available water sources within the cluster
( GW/ SMI/RRR/ Tanks/ Reused Water ) for maintaining supply for 2 or 3
crops
State Government
Engage in signing of the 3- or 4-Party MoU as per SoP before start of the
MCAD implementation in the cluster
Arrange the EPC contract with inbuilt O&M and service delivery for 5 years
with preferably 40% payment staggered during the O&M period.
Arrange the Irrigation management Transfer to WUS after construction
completion and manage the bulk supply of water with measurements at the
entry to Cluster
Share the SCADA/IoT data with NPMU
Arrange for the removal of any legal or executive impediments for the
success of MCAD Program
Arrange for Annual Audit of the WUS
Issue of the Executive Order for identifying the Cluster and Formation of
the Water user Society (WUS ) as per Model MoA SoP
Arrange for Irrigation Management Transfer
Ensure convergence of all applicable Government schemes to be extended
District Level
to cluster on priority
Support the Farmer Relationship Agency (FRA) in the capacity building of
the WUS in its development as economic entity or link up with FPO opr
PACS.
All occupiers in cluster to pool membership seed fund for WUS with Aadhar
Identification
Engage in social monitoring of the infrastructure
Collect O&M Charges from the members, bear energy charges during O&M
period, manage the Irrigation Service Provider
Water User Society
Engage the members of WUS for training in economic activities to become
financially independent.
Engage in the subsequent maintenance, modernization, upgradation of the
PPIN system through its own resources with no support of the central
Government after hand holding period of 5 years
Continue disclosing water accounting for IIMS Portal
 MCAD
MCAD benefits to the Farmers Ver 5.25
SoP B3

A. MCAD will bring benefits at individual level:

1. Enhanced Crop Production: With clubbing of the water sources, PPIN may ensure
year-round cultivation, which will increase crop yields and surplus for sale.
2. Diversification of Crops: Farmers can grow different crops, including high-value ones,
boosting income diversity.
3. Employment Creation: Setting up and managing PPIN systems will facilities generate
local job opportunities.
4. Steadier Income: Stabilized PPIN will ensure consistent crop yields, stabilizing

5. Improved Market Access: Better training and confidence building with marketing
facilities will enable farmers to sell their produce at competitive prices, increasing
income.
6. Value Addition: Farmers may engage in processing or packaging, adding value to their
produce for higher returns.
7. Local Economic Growth: Increased farmer income stimulates spending in local
communities, generating more business and employment for associated accessories
like mini tractors, drones, Agri robots etc.
8. Energy Saving: With PPIN, the need for putting diesel pump/ electric pump to draw
water from canal or GW will cease. The Overall savings in the energy bill of the Farmer.
9. MCAD provides for exposure visit of the Farmers to successful clusters/ areas and
continual confidence build up by handholding for 5 years after the erection of the PPIN
system in the cluster.
10. The saturation of Cluster with all the Govt. schemes, or with CSR initiatives will bring
additional benefits to the Farmer.
11. Farmer Centric: All grievances of the farmer will be dealt by the Water User Society

B. MCAD will bring benefits at Community Level with Water Users Society (WUS)
1. MCAD will lead to the sense of ownership and leadership by the farmers through
WUS in themselves. With better awareness and empowerment, the WUS will be
better equipped to reap the benefits of government welfare schemes and be able to
create a new business environment to take up lucrative economic activities along
with employment generation in the rural IT sector.
2. Collective Decision-Making: WUS allow farmers to actively participate in the
planning, operation, and maintenance of irrigation infrastructure, ensuring that their
needs and concerns are addressed.

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3. Water Allocation and Distribution: WUS are responsible for the fair allocation and
distribution of water among the participating farmers. They establish rules and
regulations to ensure equitable access to water resources, considering factors such
as crop water requirements, seasonality, and the size of landholdings.
4. Operation and Maintenance: WUS take charge of the operation and maintenance
of irrigation infrastructure, such as canals, pipes, and pumping stations. They
organize regular maintenance activities, monitor water flow, and address any issues
or repairs required, ensuring the efficient functioning of the irrigation system.
5. Conflict Resolution: WUSs act as mediators in resolving conflicts or disputes among
water users. They provide a platform for dialogue and negotiation, helping to
address disagreements related to water allocation, scheduling, or infrastructure
usage. This fosters cooperation and harmony among farmers, reducing conflicts
and promoting sustainable water management.
6. Capacity Building: WUS facilitate capacity building among their members by
providing training and technical assistance. Farmers receive guidance on water-
efficient farming practices, crop selection, irrigation scheduling, and water-saving
techniques. This empowers farmers with the knowledge and skills necessary to
optimize water use and improve agricultural productivity.
7. Financial Management: WUS manage the financial aspects of the irrigation project,
including the collection of water charges or fees from the participating farmers. They
ensure transparency and accountability in financial transactions, maintaining
records and utilizing funds for operation, maintenance, and future development of
the irrigation system. They will be encouraged to link with existing FPO/FPC/PACS
8. Collaboration with Stakeholders: WUS serve as intermediaries between water users
and various stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and research
institutions. They represent the interests of farmers, advocate for their needs, and
collaborate with external organizations to access resources, technical expertise,
and funding for the development of irrigation projects
9. MCAD provides for one-time matching grant of Rs. 50 Lakhs to the WUS to start of
the Economic Activities. The Performance Linked Incentives have also been
provisioned for WUS.
10. MCAD provides for creating infrastructure for WUS office cum training building
which can be a permanent ground for organizing local exhibitions, technical
workshops in association with the Agricultural Universities.
11. Under MCAD Automation of PPIN with established technologies like Internet of
Things (IoT) to increase Water Governance and to achieve On Farm Water Use
Efficiency WUE up to 90%.

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12. Under MCAD steps will be taken for social upliftment towards free market regime.
WUS will be roped into the project construction from the start, do social monitoring
of the Project and ultimately lead to owning the Irrigation Assets through Irrigation
Management Transfer (IMT).
13. Under MCAD the Irrigation Departments focus will be on quality of water delivery
Service. Now the O&M collection will be on Volumetric basis at the inlet to cluster.
The Water Fee Collection from the WUS will be easier, corruption free and efficient.
14. MCAD will provide the new paradigm shift in the State Government thinking about
source of water as one water approach will link up GW/SW/Reused Water and
integrate many departments like Agriculture, Horticulture, CAD, Water Resources
at Cluster Level.
15. MCAD may boost in rural economy with demand for other accessories. With WUS
as Economic Entities, overall Startup boost for irrigation/Agri sector, local jobs, rural
economy booster is expected.
16. Under MCAD WUS can explore in future: private finance through Public Private
Partnership (PPP) / Public Private People Partnership (4P) in the cluster.

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 MCAD
Selection of Cluster in MCAD Ver 5.25
SoP B4

A. Approaches for Cluster selection

1. Area based approach: The cluster may be aligned to the administrative boundaries
of group of village or block, to utilize the capacity, accountability and legitimacy of
existing administrative hierarchies.
2. Master Plan, Convergence and Saturation approach: A cluster may be a part of a
master plan prepared for some scheme. The scheme may be for water management,
development of water sources or water conservation, harvesting and recharge,
distribution network, efficient farm level application, demand management,
participatory governance, extension services on new technologies, convergence of
schemes such as SMI/ RRR component of PMKSY, watershed development
component of PMKSY, creation or restoration of water bodies under MGNREGA, Micro
Irrigation under RKVY and Micro Irrigation Fund, PM-KUSUM scheme for farmers,
Ground water schemes etc. The saturation approach can be adopted in case funding
is not available from the relevant scheme for the cluster, provision of funds will be
considered under MCAD scheme within the overall allocation for MCAD works.
3. Programmatic and Projectized approach: A detailed plan for various programmatic
and project interventions may be planned in line with the funding position, objective
output, milestone position and timelines for various activities in a large project. This
may cover some of the clusters sequentially or simultaneously in a large command
area.
B. The Ideal Candidate under Challenge Funding (CF) will be
1. Cluster falling under water short region, mid-section of the Distributary
2. Cluster carry advantages under saturation, projectized, or area-based approach
3. The Agro climatic region support high Agriculture productivity in case sufficient
irrigation is provided.
4. Agri Economic markets or facilities are nearby
5. The irrigation source or canal water supply is adequate for 2/3 crops
6. The farmers in the Cluster are progressive, energetic and enthusiastic to from the
Water User Society and to adopt Micro irrigation and innovations.
7. WUS in legal form exists in the cluster
8. Cluster chosen for innovative financing through PPP
MCAD
Cost of Activities under MCAD Ver 6.25
SoP B5

Estimated cost
Header Activities Eligible for Funding
(in Rs./Ha)

NON-STRUCTURAL COMPONENT

State Level: State Project Management Unit with Experts,

NS1 Farmer Field Training , Demonstrations & Implementation 7,500
of Community Irrigation System etc.

WUS Level: Matching Grant to WUS up to Max 50 Lakh,

Agency Management Fees for Beneficiaries Capacity
NS2A building, Awareness of all Government schemes, 7,500
handholding Support to WUS for development of WUS as
FPO/FPC etc., till the end of O&M period of 5 years

NS2B Provisions for credit support for PPP Model 1,500

Sub Total (Non-structural) 16,500

STRUCTURAL COMPONENT

S1 Survey, Planning and Design 2,500

System level improvements u/s up to Distributary

S2A level of the automation or infrastructure
improvement
22,500
S2B Improvement of Water Logged, Saline lands etc.

Clubbing of water resources for PPIC (reused

S2C
water, existing pond or ground water source etc. )

Construction of Pump House, Irrigation

Management Command and control centers at 300
S3 6,500
ha/ 1000 ha/5000 ha level (Civil Works and Porta
structure)

Establishment of Communication network and

S4 13,500
cloud based Automation Command Centers

Electro-Mechanical works (Pumping Machineries.

Electrical substation and accessories), Primary
S5 15,000
filtration system, and Surge Protection system
without transmission line

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 Primary Pipeline Network from water source to
S6A 300 ha Village Management System (VMS) outlet 47,000
without Farm Pond.

Secondary Pipeline Network from 300 ha Village

S6B Management System (VMS) outlet to 30 ha OMS 55,000
Chak outlet without Farm Pond.

Tertiary Pipeline Distribution from 30 Ha OMS

S6C outlet to each 1 Ha manual Valve without Farmer 13,500
MI system

Operation and Maintenance of five years ( @1%

S7 8,000
per annum)

Sub Total (Structural) 1,83,500

2,00,000
Total Cost (60 C 40S )
Notes:
1. NS2, S2 and S6 are cafeteria optional to States
2. GST part of the works shall be absorbed by the States except for central component (CC)
3. The cost of temporary land acquisition by the right of way method shall be borne by states
4. Land Cost if any will be borne by State or WUS

Explanations:

Non Structural Component

NS-1: State Level:
1. State Project Management Unit (SPMU) with Experts:
Experts in hydrology, engineering, and agriculture collaborate to design and implement
innovative solutions for optimizing water use. The SPMU also focuses on capacity building,
farmer participation.
2. Farmer Field Training & Demonstrations:
Organize hands-on training sessions for farmers on water management, soil conservation,
and crop diversification. Set up demonstration plots to showcase advanced irrigation
techniques like micro-irrigation with drip systems & sprinkler systems. Conduct workshops,
interactive sessions, and exposure visits to educate farmers on best practices.
3. Implementation of Community Irrigation System:
The implementation of a Community Irrigation System for the Modernization of Command
Area Development (MCAD) will be achieved by pooling of resources by farmers to manage,
operate, and maintain the irrigation infrastructure collectively. This includes psychological
skills training, behavioral changes and mental skills training, technical guidance to improve
cognitive abilities and confidence build up is targeted under MCAD to help strengthen
WUS, empowering farmers to take ownership of their irrigation systems.

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NS-2A: WUS Level:
1. Matching Grant to WUS up to Max 50 Lakh:
This is for encouraging the WUS members to pool their resources and develop a sense
of ownership towards the society. The more they collect money the more they are
incentivized under MCAD. One-time grant to the WUS up to the maximum od Rs. 50 Lakhs
( C/S 60:40/90:10) will boost up the corpus fund of the WUS. This fund can be utilized by
WUS for any economic activity.

2. Agency Management Fees for Beneficiaries capacity Building, Awareness of all

Government Scheme, handholding support to WUS for development of WUS as
FPO/FPC etc., till the end of O&M period of 5 years:
A Farmer Relationship Agency (FRA) Management Fee is provided to support beneficiary
capacity building, awareness of government schemes, and handholding assistance for
Water User Societies (WUS) in their development as Farmer Producer Organizations
(FPOs) or Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs). The agency also facilitates access to
subsidies, schemes, and market linkages. The FRA will start working with the erection of
Infrastructure and will continue to support the WUS till the end of Operation & Maintenance
(O&M) period of five years.
NS-2B: Provision for credit support for PPP Model:
A token provision for credit support for the interest part of the Private Finance is provided,
under different PPP models.

STRUCTURAL COMPONENT

S-1: Survey and Design

This component will include Command area survey, Survey for pipe line network, design
for pipe line network & automation, Preparation of Detailed Design Report, Site Verification
by the Consultant and post erection design verification on as built system.
S-2A: System level Improvements u/s up to Distributary level of the aging
infrastructure
This involves installation of automation or infrastructure improvement, for making available
the water at the Canal pump house for the designated cluster.
S-2B: Improvement of Water Logged, Saline lands
This provision is provided for improvement of surface drainage including reclamation
through drainage, sub surface drainage or bio-drainage through deep-rooted vegetation,
land leveling, and soil amendment techniques requirements for the success of MCAD in
the otherwise successful cluster.
S-2C: Clubbing of Water resources for PPIC (reused water, existing pond or ground
water source
Multiple water sources are planned to be clubbed under MCAD. This includes the treated
wastewater, integration of existing SMI/RRR, MGNERGA developed ponds with canal
water. The whole water planning is required to capitalize the Asset Utilization of MCAD
throughout the year. The provision can be utilized for laying connecting pipelines to
different sources and their integration into the design of pipe network.

S-3: Construction of Pump House, Irrigation Management command and control

centers at 300ha/1000ha/5000ha level(Civil Works and Porta structure)

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 The provision is for civil works without any land cost.

A pump house will be built on canal for maximum of 5000 Ha area. The area of pump
house will depend on the capacity and number of pumps required. These structures
facilitate the lifting of water from Source, and its distribution through pipelines. The holding
storage time for current VT pumps is around 3 minutes so small pump house can be
created.

Irrigation Management Command and Control Centers may be established at 300 ha, 1000
ha, and 5000 ha levels as part of MCAD. These centers will be portable structures. These
structures Equipped with SCADA-based automation, GIS mapping, and digital dashboards,
they facilitate real-time data collection, water flow monitoring, and decision-making for
optimized irrigation.
S-4: Establishment of Communication network and cloud based Automation
Command centers
This involves setting up IoT-enabled sensors, and wireless networks for real-time data
transmission. Advanced SCADA systems are integrated to automate water distribution,
control pump houses. A centralized cloud-based platform stores and processes irrigation
data. Digital dashboards provide real-time monitoring, automated alerts, and remote access
to optimize irrigation schedules and detect issues like leakages or inefficiencies.
S-5: [Link]-Mechanical works (Pumping Machineries. Electrical substation and
accessories)
The modernization of Command Area Development (CAD) includes electro-mechanical
works such as the installation of pumping machinery, electrical substations, and necessary
accessories to ensure efficient water distribution. High-capacity pump sets, motors, VFD
and automated control systems are deployed to lift and convey water efficiently. Electrical
substations, including transformers, switchgear, and power backup systems.
2. Primary Filtration System
It involves the Supply and installation of Automatic filters, inlet/outlet Media filter, with
manual back wash assembly as per BIS/ International code with all accessories and shall
be provided with measuring points at inlet & outlet for pressure measurement and with
backup strainer filter etc.
3. Surge Protection system without transmission line
It involves the Supply and installation of hydraulic pressure relief valve with accessories for
pressure regulation of irrigation system as per BIS/international standard. Including all
fittings/accessories required. Fixing air valve, coupler etc.
S6A: Primary Pipeline Network from water source to 300 ha Village Management
System (VMS) outlet without Farm Pond
It involves construction of underground pressurized pipe distribution network from 5000 to
300 Ha chak for micro irrigation system to facilitate pressurized irrigation.
S6B: Secondary Pipeline Network from 300 ha Village management system (VMS)
outlet to 30 ha OMS Chak outlet without Farm Pond
It involves construction of underground pressurized pipe distribution network from 300 Ha to
30 Ha chak complete with
S6C: Tertiary Pipeline Distribution from 30 Ha OMS outlet to each 1 Ha manual Valve
without Farmer MI system
It involves construction of underground pressurized pipe distribution network from 30 Ha to
outlet to 1 ha. (including SCADA, valves, bends, manifolds, controls, Outlet Management
System (OMS), outlet with manual valve at one hectare.
S7: Operation and Maintenance of five years
This includes regular inspection, servicing, and repair of pump houses, filtration systems,
pipelines, and electro-mechanical components for five years. Regular calibration and
software updates for SCADA-based control centers, IoT sensors and cloud-based monitoring
systems for real-time irrigation management. Ensuring proper functioning of wireless
communication networks, digital dashboards, and automated alert systems and data upload
on the cloud software.

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 MCAD
Performance Linked (PLI) Ver 6.25
SoP B6

PL I
No. PLI Indicator/ Verification Protocols PLI%

A Incentives to States
1 Early Completion of Work 35
2 Arranging Minimum 75% Micro Irrigation by Farmers 25
Sub-Total 60
B Incentives to WUS
1 Setting up Digital Office of the WUS and Efficient collection of water 10
charges for one year
2 Arranging Minimum 75% Micro Irrigation by Farmer Members 20

3 Development / linking of WUS as FPO/FPC within one year 10

Sub-Total 40
Total 100

Example:
Total Amount Earmarked for PLI (@10% of A&OE) = 10 Cr.
For 15 projects, PLI per project = 0.66 crore
For B2 the maximum incentive to WUS is 13 Lakhs

PLI Verification Protocols:

MCAD
CONVERGENCE WITH PDMC/RKVY Ver 5.25
SoP B7
MCAD PROPOSAL REPORT Ver 5.25
SoP B8

MODERNIZATION OF COMMAND AREA DEVELOPMENT WORKS

(MCAD) SCHEME

PROPOSAL REPORT (PR)

Will be the First Report Submitted by State Entity for
Initial considerations for the
Empowered Committee under by Challenge method

Name
Designation
STATE
DEPTT.
DATE SUBMITTED

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1. Basic Details

a. Name of the MCAD Cluster

b. Geo location and Geo coordinates

Name of Blocks/ Villages served by the Project

c. Geographical Area

CCA of the Cluster

d. Name of Nodal Department/ Agency implementing

the MCAD Project. along with the Organizational
Structure, name, designation, address, phone, fax
and e-mail of concerned Officials:

a. PS/Secretary/AS/JS/DS level

b. Chief Engineer level

c. SE level officers

e. Financial source of MCAD project at State level.

Whether State funds or through loans or through
corporations.

f. BE Provisions kept

g. Proposed Time Schedule for MCAD works: Non-Structural Activity: (Start time) (End
time)

Structural Activity: (Start time) (End time)

2. Irrigation Development of the State and Broad Picture

This section will highlight the

a. General development of irrigation in the State: Storage Projects, CCA catered,
CADWM status
b. Projects like MCAD undertaken by the state.
c. Process of Irrigation Water Charges/ Tariff collection from the farmers, the rates of
water tariff, the extent of tariff collection in the state
d. O&M policy for irrigation projects being adopted by the State Government
e.

3. MCAD Cluster Details in brief:

This would briefly give the data on the following aspects for the cluster:

a. Physiography covering (a) climate, rainfall, location of rain gauge stations,

installed (b) temperature - maximum, minimum of all zones of
project area with data (c) mean wind speed and their variations and (d) mean
relative humidity. Agro Climatic zone.
b. Topography

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c. Soil survey irritability and land-capability classification; soil maps
d. General water availability giving hydrological conditions of the area, rainfall
characteristics, ground water. Information
e. Location of the cluster at head/tail of mid section of the canal.
f. The established source of water for MCAD, clubbing of various water sources
( Reused Water, GW, SMI/RRR)
g. Availability of cadastral map of the Cluster and its details
h. Demographic Information in the format:

Information regarding marginal (up to 1 ha), small (1 to 2 ha), medium (2 to 10 ha) and large
(more than 10 ha) farm holdings:

Information on farm Marginal Small Medium Large Total

holdings

Number of farm holdings

Total CCA Coverage of

farm holdings

Information regarding weaker sections of the farming community:

Information on farming SC ST OBC General Total

community

Number of farm holdings

Total CCA Coverage of

farm holdings

i. Characteristics of the farmers in the Cluster as progressive, energetic and

enthusiastic to from the Water User Society and to adopt Micro irrigation and
innovations.
j. Existing Water User Society for the Cluster ( not outlet level WUA) , if any
k. Command area map of cluster clearly showing waterlogged area/ saline area
in landholdings, etc should be provided.
l. Cropping Pattern in the cluster:

Cropping pattern (in terms of CCA covered, including that through micro-irrigation):

Crop Originally envisaged Presently proposed

name Kharif Rabi Perennial Total Kharif Rabi Perennial Total

1.

2.

Total

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 m. Intensity of Irrigation

Intensity of irrigation (Crop-season-wise and annual):

Irrigation Intensity (in Kharif Rabi Perennial Total
percentage)

As Originally envisaged

As Presently proposed

n. Micro Irrigation in the Cluster

Details of Coverage of Micro Irrigation use by the Farmers in the Cluster

Sub Cluster CCA Micro-Irrigation Area

1.

2.

Total

o. Possibility of the PPP partnership with the private sector in the cluster, if any
p.. Convergence requirements of PDMC/RKVY component of MoA&FW for improving
overall water use efficiency in the cluster
q. Details of the Convergence of schemes in the cluster from other Ministries of
Government of India or from the State Schemes. These schemes should have no
overlap in funding for the same activity/ component
r. Agri Economic situation in the cluster, like Agri Markets, Food factories etc.

4. Outline of Activities Targeted Under MCAD

a. Proposed activities under the Scheme components namely: (i) Non-Structural

(NS1 and NS2); and (ii) Structural (S1 to S7) ( refer SoP on Cost of Activities)
and provide justification for taking up of each activity in light of facts presented in
earlier chapters.
b. The requirement of any additional activity, which is not covered under MCAD but
is essential for the success of overall program, may also be detailed here along
with details of cost implication. This cost will be borne by the State.
c. Any variations proposed in the scope or implementation methodology of the
activity included under MCAD may be highlighted.
d. State Project Management Unit Details

5. Annexures

Various maps/ layouts/ engineering drawings, elaborately tabulated data/ spread

sheet or any other information

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6. Undertaking

The focal point of MCAD project will be Irrigation Management Transfer (IMT) and
Farmer Managed System (FMS) through Water User Society (WUS) An undertaking
in this regard, duly signed by the Principal Secretary of the concerned Department,
will have to be given as per below given format to indicate the seriousness of the State
Government for MCAD principles:

UNDERTAKING
(To be given by the Principal Secretary of the concerned State Department)

1. The Government of (State) hereby declare its commitment for the successful implementation
of Farmer Managed System (FMS) through Water User Society (WUS) in _________________
(give name of PPIN cluster ) under the Modernization of Command Area Development works
(MCAD) scheme.

1.
(WUS) in the cluster, help it to take over the control and management of the PPIN system
created under MCAD scheme under Irrigation Management Transfer Agreement and the WUS
in the economic capacity for sustainable independent functioning through means of education,
training, handholding support and release of admissible financial grants.
2. The Government of (State) undertakes that it will allow, will have no interference and will
support with all administrative, legal and statutory measures for the WUS to work
independently to carry on the management, upgradation, modification of the PPIN system
through its own resources after the expiry of the handholding period. of 5 years.

Date: Signature:
Name:
Designation:
(Also, affix the official seal)

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MCAD DETAILED DESIGN REPORT Ver 5.25
SoP B9

MODERNIZATION OF COMMAND AREA DEVELOPMENT WORKS

(MCAD) SCHEME

DETAILED DESIGN REPORT (DDR)

Will be Prepared by approved Consultants to provide complete
Technical, Social and Economic Image of the Cluster

This will be read in conjugation with the Proposal Report

Name
Designation
STATE
DEPTT.
DATE SUBMITTED
 FORMAT OF DDR

The tile page shall contain logos of the State Government and the Project
Implementing Agency (PIA) besides highlighting the names of the State Government
and concerned Ministry/ Department/ PIA. The unique ID for the cluster issued by the
CADWM Wing for the approval of the Proposal Report shall be duly indicated. The
DDR shall be prepared so as to highlight summary of information as well as to cover
descriptive information to the requisite details. The abbreviations used in the DDR
shall be listed upfront for clarity and understanding. The Tables, Photographs, and
Plates presented in the DPR shall be meaningfully numbered and their titles listed in
Index. Each Annexure shall be presented with clear title and also listed in Index. The
DPR shall be presented in the following format:

I Title Page of DPR

II Index of DPR
III Verified Content of the Proposal Report
DESCRIPTIVE CHAPTERS
Chapter-1 Technical Design of PPIN in the Cluster
Chapter-2 Operation & Maintenance of the System
Chapter-3 Water Accounting in the Cluster
Chapter-4 Social Design in the Cluster
Chapter-5 Economic Design in the Cluster
Chapter-6 Implementation Schedule
Chapter-7 Organizational setup and Project Management
Chapter-8 Cost Estimates and Financial Scheduling
Chapter-9 Convergence with Programs of Other Ministries
ANNEXURES

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1. TECHNICAL DESIGN OF PPIN IN THE CLUSTER

a. Irrigation Planning of Command Area Cluster

This chapter would highlight the intensity of irrigation to be achieved, cropping pattern adopted and
the operation plan. This chapter would broadly cover:

Source of irrigation available in the command area,

Details of layout of the PPIN network;
Design/envisaged flows in the system,
Details of the network and Gross Command Area and Culturable Command Area covered
under each system,
Distributory-wise name of the outlet and their discharge and CCA
Operational details of the system including rotational programme of various sources with
discharges
Water account of all the distributaries/ minors and its comparison with the design data
discussing the designed and achieved intensity of irrigation
Deficiencies in the supplies, if any
The system constraints and proposed action for taking remedial measures
Prevailing On-Farm Water Management practices; need and the strategies to be adopted to
bring about a switch over from the present practices to improved and better water
management practices
Suitability of micro irrigation in the command; availability of grid power in the command for
reliability of micro irrigation; extent of micro-irrigation and coverage of solar power backup
proposed.
The areas to be covered under micro irrigation in the PPIC command of the project may be
identified and marked on the map.
Potential for reuse of waste water in the command with comment on its techno-socio-
economic viabilities
Potential for full or part development through PPP mode along with details of supporting
studies, if any

b. Survey, Planning and Design

Survey and investigation of the entire command area should be done with chak up to 1 Ha and
drawings/maps be attached. This chapter should detail the complete methodology to be adopted
along with physical and financial progress targets. For the sake of standardization, the assistance
of /central PMU can be taken to address the key goals of scheme. The survey should also detail
the stakeholder willingness to adopt the PPIC based MI systems. Further, the mechanism for active
involvement of farmers/WUS in the Survey, Planning and Design should also be clearly brought
out. The chapter would cover details of all relevant maps and typical engineering details/ drawings.

c. System level improvements, Improvement of Waterlogged/saline areas, and

clubbing of water resources.

System level improvements activity may be taken up if irrigation project is found to be operating
much below its potential because of the deteriorated conditions the canal network, and the
conditions can be rectified by measures such as: cleaning of the channels by de-silting and
weeding; raising earthwork in embankments or dressing the bed and side-slopes to the design
standard and removing undercuts in hard strata; strengthening of banks in filling sections; restoring
bed gradients; replacing and painting metal parts in gates and hoists; making control and
measuring devices fully functional etc. These water conveyance deficiencies may pertain to any

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 part of the canal network below the head regulator i.e. in main canal, branch canal, distributaries,
or minors.

Improvement of Water Logged/saline areas activities can include activities like (i) Surface
drainage, including reclamation through Bio-drainage; and (ii) Sub-surface drainage. The provision
for clubbing of water resources have been kept to give flexibility to States for integrating various
sources for providing an established source of water for PPIC command.

The chapter would cover details of all relevant components of works along with pertinent maps
and typical engineering details/ drawings. The layouts of the pertinent portions of canal system,
Water Logged/saline areas and clubbed water resources shall be presented in suitable digital
maps along with geo-tagging of the major intervention points. All the items taken up for execution
may be documented in detail covering total assessment of work and line of action for taking up
these activities in a systematic manner.

d. Design of Pump House and Irrigation Management Command & control centers at
300 ha/ 1000 ha/5000 ha level

For transporting water from established sources to farm gate, pump-house at the head of the minor
canal can be built for the providing pressurized irrigation water at the farm gate ready for micro-
irrigation. The current indigenized technologies for inline pumping require only 5 minutes storages
to avoid cavitations of the pumps but this requires availability of assured water in the distributary
always. The component areas will supports the inline pumping. However, it is up to the State to
either suitably tweak the conveyance system or devise a model of their own based on their
constraints and requirements. The question of inline pumping vs the Diggi Based or overhead
storage is important to understand. For a command up to 5000 ha, the diggi or underground tanks
will be too large and poses land acquisition issues. For the small commands upto 300 ha, overhead
storage can be created with time and safety related issues.

The Irrigation Management Command & control centers are required to serve as single place for
the overall management of PPIC command. A typical 5000 ha cluster project may require 5 pump
houses/ Command and control centers at 1000 Ha and 15 Command and control centers at 300
Ha. This provision is for Civil Works and Porta structure needed for construction of Pump House
and Irrigation Management Command & control centers at 300 ha/ 1000 ha/5000 ha level.

The chapter would cover details of all relevant components of construction of Pump House and
Irrigation Management Command & control centers with pertinent maps and typical engineering
details/ drawings. The layout of these structures shall be presented in suitable digital maps along
with geo-tagging of structures covered under automation. In addition to presentation of the
quantum of different work components in appropriate units, the physical and financial phasing
targets may be indicated. All the items taken up for execution may be documented in detail
covering total assessment of work and line of action for taking up these activities in a systematic
manner.

e. Design of Communication network and cloud-based Automation Command

Centers

The Communication network shall largely include the GPRS Communication, SCADA Controls and
Software & App based management system. All units are now Made in India and there is no foreign
components. The components of the control system can be Village Management System (VMS),
Outlet Management System (OMS), Pressure Flow Control Metering Device (PCFMD) and Flow
Outlet. The system may be provided with one VMS per 300 Ha, one OMS per 30 ha, one PCFMD
per 5 Ha and one Flow Outlet per 1 Ha.

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 The automation of Command Centers through Communication network will be taken up with a view
of improving demand-side management in irrigation. The implementation of demand-side
management in irrigation sector has been difficult mainly on account of the complete absence of
Therefore, the whole PPIC system need to
be upscaled through Internet of things(IoT) based digital twin for real time data collection and
processing. Use of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) can be in built to automate
the decision making. The monitoring of leakages, pilferages, pressure, flow, soil moisture etc. will
bring the efficiency and effectives in water savings and service delivery.

The elements under this intervention may include items like tower, LoRaWAN gateway, end
nodes/devices, network server, application server etc. This intervention is expected to enable
centralized control by the WUSs. The telemetry through LoRaWAN network architecture can be
deployed in a star-of-stars topology as gateways to relay messages between end-devices and a
central network server.

The chapter would cover details of all relevant components of Communication network and cloud
based Automation Command Centers. The layout of the targeted PPIC cluster shall be presented
in suitable digital maps along with geo-tagging of structures covered under these components. In
addition to presentation of the quantum of different work components in appropriate units, overall
extent of communication and automation are also to be presented in terms of the CCA covered.
All the items taken up for execution may be documented in detail covering total assessment of
work and line of action for taking up these activities in a systematic manner.

f. Design of Electro-Mechanical works, Primary filtration system, and Surge

Protection system

The chapter would provide details of the Electro-Mechanical works, Primary filtration system, and
Surge Protection system. The Electro-Mechanical works include Pumping Machineries, Electrical
substation and accessories. Online Self-Cleaning Primary Filtration System of 300 Micron will be
installed at Intake Pumping Station discharge or any suitable pumping station/location to avoid the
suspended solids and at each Chak Level (150 microns) before the micro irrigation system below
chak level.
The chapter would cover details of all relevant components i.e. quantities, rates, technical
specifications, relevant SoR, etc . The layout of the targeted PPIC cluster shall be presented in
suitable digital maps along with geo-tagging of structures covered under these components. In
addition to presentation of the quantum of different work components in appropriate units, overall
extent of Electro-Mechanical works, Primary filtration system, and Surge Protection system are
also to be presented in terms of the CCA covered. All the items taken up for execution may be
documented in detail covering total assessment of work and line of action for taking up these
activities in a systematic manner.

g. Design of Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Pipeline Network

The Primary Pipeline Network may be from water source to 300 ha Village Management System
(VMS) outlet. The Secondary Pipeline Network may be from 300 ha VMS outlet to 30 ha Outlet
Management System (OMS) Chak outlet. The Tertiary Pipeline Distribution may be from 30 Ha
OMS outlet to each 1 Ha manual Valve without Farmer MI system. The Village Level Water
Management System (VMS) is considered one level above Outlet Management System for Area
of average 300 Ha. This will be designed to control the irrigation water within a village boundary.
Outlet Management Systems of 30 Ha is created wherever required.

The Primary, Secondary and Tertiary component wise cost cost may vary depending on many
factors including the geography, water source, pipeline network design, size of the projects etc.

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 The States have flexibility to choose among the sub components based on their local realities,
subject to the overall component ceiling.

The chapter would cover details of all relevant components of pipeline network along with pertinent
maps and typical engineering details/ drawings. The layouts of pipes under each OMS shall be
presented in suitable digital maps along with geo-tagging of the outlet. In addition to presentation
of the quantum of different work components in appropriate units, the extent of pipeline network
works are also to be presented in terms of targeted CCA and the anticipated increase in IPU. All
the items taken up for execution may be documented in detail covering total assessment of work
and line of action for taking up these activities in a systematic manner.

h. Energy Efficiency

Detail out the energy consumption by the PPIC system, likely Energy savings, Use of energy
efficient system Like VFD drives, Building Plans and Blueprints, Equipment and Appliance
Inventory, HVAC System Information, Lighting Inventory, Process Descriptions, Maintenance and
Service Records to be maintained, Energy Management System (EMS) Data, Metering and
Submetering Data, Energy Auditing methods, Energy Efficiency strategy in the future.

2. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE SYSTEM

This chapter will deliberate the (i) System Operations (ii) System Maintenance (ii) institutional
arrangements, staffing, and capacity development; (iii) buildings, facilities, and equipment; and (iv)
financial sustainability (v) O&M Manual

a. System Operation

Operation refers to timely and daily operation of the PPIC system including the pumping, air
management, flow and pressure control management systems. The source of water for most PPIC
systems will be from a main, branch, or distributary canal. Flow should be available 24/7 in these
canals. If rotation of supply to canals is being practiced this will need to adjust to that cycle.

As PPIC systems are downstream control systems (i.e., the flow rate from the canals is controlled
by flows at the tertiary level, Chak, Outlets. Devices at these Outlets limit the flow rate to the design
set values. Pressures and flows are also controlled at the Hubs. From the Outlet, and within the
tertiary irrigation unit (Chak), farmer irrigators convey water to their fields by turns. Farmers can
turnoff/ reject the flow supplied to the Outlets but will not be able to take more than their share.
The chapter will detail out the likely impacts on the system performance for the gravity-based
irrigation from the outlets designed for Micro-Irrigation.

b. SCADA system

To facilitate operations, a SCADA system, which will allow real time remote monitoring of pump
operations, and flows and pressures at Hubs and Outlets of the PPIC system. The SCADA system
will send alarms in case of tampering, or abnormal operations, and could shut down pumps and/
or close valves in the case of pipe burst and loss of pipeline pressure.

c. System Maintenance

Give details about the maintenance requirements of the system starting with debris removal,
removal of trash from screens, de-sedimentation from basins, at the head of each PPIC system,
Maintenance of the PPIC systems requires the timely replacement of broken flow and pressure
control devices, flow meters, pumps, and regular cleaning of screens and filters.

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 The maintenance needs of the SCADA system is also important. Routine hardware maintenance
includes the replacement of failed sensors, old batteries, and compromised wiring. Even with
lightning protection, a site experiencing a direct strike may require complete replacement of
equipment.

inspections for noise, vibration, leakage, temperatures of bearings and windings, fuel/ power
consumption, capacity, and output (water discharge and dynamic head), ventilation, may be
detailed.

Pre-
pump, vacuum gauge, pressure gauge(s) on the discharge pipe(s), power and control panels,
wiring and pump enclosure, headgates, Grease gate, pipeline damage and leaks, servicing of
valves, including flow and pressure control valves, Corrosion of valves, gland bolts, Leaks from
spindle rods

Post-season maintenance checks may be detailed out.

d. O&M Staff, Store, and Capacity Building

O&M is likely to be particularly difficult immediately after construction as the farmer irrigators will
need time to adjust and for trust in the system to build up. The contractor therefore should provide
for the construction and stocking of an O&M store, for support for O&M following commissioning
for 5 years and roll out to hand over the system to WUS.

Indicative O&M Staff may be detailed out. Actual staff numbers and its reporting to WUS O&M
subcommittee may be elaborated. This must include SCADA operators, Storekeeper, Pipe system
manager, Pump Manager.

The Capacity Development of the WUS which will be ultimately responsible for the O&M of the
PPIC systems once they are handed over. The core training of the O&M staff for (i) Distribution of
water within the subproject area, (ii) maintenance of infrastructure, facilities, and equipment within
the subproject area, (iii) payment of electric energy charge, and (iv) collection of water charges
from farmer (landowner) beneficiaries, may be laid out.

An asset management database in printed and digital format , which will have a standard structure
for all MCAD subprojects, will be handed over the WUS to facilitate maintenance, and the timely
replacement of broken devices such as flow control valves, pumps and so

O&M Maintenance Store inventory with condition of tools, spare fittings such as key rods for
operation of sluice valves, hooks for lifting manhole covers, pipe wrenches, spanner set, ring
spanner set, screw drivers, pliers, hammers, chisels, caulking tools, crow bars, spades, and
dewatering pumps, and so on may be detailed out.

3. WATER ACCOUNTING IN THE CLUSTER

a. Water Metering

The SCADA based system will be linked to the Water Accounting software for the cluster.

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 At the collective irrigation system level, irrigation water accounting (IWA) relies on the quantification
of water fluxes from the diversion point to the plants, at both the conveyance and distribution
network and the irrigated field level. Direct metering of irrigation water on the demand side, at each
node of the distribution network and on-farm systems may be described.

b. Satellite Based Irrigation Water Use

Daily satellite images are processed to calculate the crop production soil moisture,
evapotranspiration (Eto), and water requirement for each farmer's field in the cluster. The satellite-
suggested data and water requirement data for individual farms are then assembled to compute
water use at the cluster. The protocol to link this with the India Irrigation Management System
(IIMS) may be detailed out.

4. SOCIAL DESIGN IN THE CLUSTER

a. Structure of the Water User Society [WUS]

All primary beneficiary farmers/members who own the land which shall be pooled for
implementation of the Pressurized Irrigation Networks (PPIC) network. The geographical
boundary will be the natural boundary of the WUS. All land owners are mandatory bound to
be members. The organization of the WUS up to 5000 ha will have the following structure:
5000 ha Cluster
headed by Pani Pradhan ( PP)
1000 ha Division
headed by Deputy Pani Pradhan ( DPP)
300ha Village / Zone
headed by Assistant Pani Pradhan (APP)
30 Ha Chak Area form a Chak Committee (CC)
headed by Junior Pani Pradhan (JPP)
5 ha Sub Chak Committee (SCC)
headed by Jal Mitra (JM)
All positions shall be volunteer positions, appointed by the Governing Body of WUS. Efforts
can be made at local level to merge the various functions of Atal Bhujal Scheme, Jal Jeevan
Mission Scheme, Water Shed Scheme into the Governing apparatus of WUS.

The names and contact details of the various functionaries may be compiled.

b. Empowerment of farmers

Promoting the formation and capacity building of water user Society (WUS) and then enabling
them to become sustainable by strengthening capacity of farmers with a view to increase irrigation
efficiencies and water productivity at farm level through
a comprehensive participatory multi-faceted training program,
deployment of manpower at all levels for successful implementation of all agri activities
and in view of successful operation and maintenance of the project, water use efficiency
development and effective use of farm demonstration sites/ Farmer Field Schools

helping them to develop agri- and other business-related activities, together with
establishment of Farmer Services Centers (FSCs) and conductance of, and provision

equipment and facilities.

A detailed description on the above aspects may be provided.

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b.

Recognizing the role of women in agriculture and the demand and need to support livelihoods for
women and the poor, the MCAD program will support the WUS by matching grants. Under these
grants necessary support will be extended for training and purchase of necessary equipment.
These would be handover to the trainees at subsidized rates. The livelihoods support system for
Income generation businesses for women, including processing of agriculture produce, and
homestead gardening, Labour saving equipment to reduce workload and drudgery for women for
agriculture and in the household. For example: (i) food-processing equipment, grinding mills,
huskers, (ii) solar drying and milling equipment, (iii) solar irrigation pumps for home-based crop
production, orchards, and aquaculture, (iv) manually operated strippers and shellers (for maize),
and (v) manual and motorized threshers, cleaners. All such possible efforts may be reported.

c. Vandalism-theft-damage Management

Theft, vandalism, and tampering is often problematic, and requires the support of the subproject
community to address. The root causes are often lack of understanding or dissatisfaction with the
system, which stems from lack of consultation during the planning and design process. The
various measures that can be taken at local level may be described. The education, reward and
punishment may be elaborated.

On the impact of vandalism, the Pipeline Safety Provisions for suitable Surge Protection System
pump trip protection, Surge Protection, offline/Bypass of pipeline, Anti Drain features, Remote
Management System, Outlet Management System Burst avoidance system, escape and the
draining of pipeline may be detailed out.

5 ECONOMIC DESIGN IN THE CLUSTER

a. Water Charges and Financial Sustainability of WUS

For the designed level of service to be maintained, adequate funds are needed to maintain a well-
stocked spare parts store for the PPIC system(s), and for timely maintenance, and effective
operations. With PPIC systems accurate flow measurement and volumetric charging to individual/
small groups of farmers is possible. Furthermore, in case of non-payment by any one farmer,
supply of irrigation can be cut off without affecting supply to others.

The details for each subproject, the annual O&M costs should be estimated during the design of
the subproject, and the WUS may be informed about the (i) staffing and administrative costs of the
farmer organization, (ii) maintenance costs, and (iii) energy costs.

A detailed water charge system may be detailed out based on the O&M cost, kitty for upgradation
of the system and minimal funds required for possible business development incomes.

b. Link of WUS with Agriculture Production and Agribusiness Development

The availability of PACS, existing FPO in the cluster may be identified. The likelihood of linking of
the WUS with the existing PACS and WUS may be detailed out.

The eco system for the agri business in the cluster, agri markets, cropping pattern, activities related
to food or cash crop production, processing, and distribution, final consumer, credit facilities etc.
may be elaborated.

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 Various stakeholders like farmers, input suppliers, processors, retailers, and consumers, all
interconnected entities may be identified to develop business plans and increase profitability for
the WUS to evolve as an Economic Entity.

Possibility of the Cooperative ownership of Machinery requirements and facilities for each
subproject should identified by local stakeholders and may include: (i) tillage machinery, (ii)
harvesters, (iii) threshers, (iv) crop (grain) drying equipment/ facilities, (v) irrigation pumps, (vi)
solar power, (vii) sprayers (for pesticides), (viii) grain storage facilities, (ix) threshing floors, (x) seed
storage bins, (xi) fruit and vegetable grading, cleaning, storage, and packaging facilities, and
drones etc.

In case WUS is motivated to be developed into a FPC, the path way may be indicated.

c. WUS Agri-business Development Training and Support

Training needs to build capacity and foster linkages of agriculture, fishery, dairy and markets may
be identified for the cluster.

Training needs of the WUS may be detailed for Good Agriculture Practices (field crops,
vegetables, aquaculture) based on soil type & fertility test, weather/water sensitive agricultural
production including the development of site-specific precision and climate resilient production
recommendations, and mechanized agriculture tools, equipment, machinery,

The chapter would also detail out the infrastructural facilities already available in the cluster and
the gaps therein affecting the overall production and economy of the farmers; the covered
infrastructure components may include:
Agricultural supporting services: (a) inputs viz seeds, fertilizers, pesticides etc.; (b) system
of agricultural extension; (c) Agricultural Research indicating the list of Agriculture
Universities, other research demonstration Institutions and extension education facilities as
available
Roads
Market centers
Other miscellaneous services such as plant protection, horticulture, soil and water testing,
agro-
Facility available for agricultural credit from various banks; the mechanism for arranging
short- and long-term loans/credit to small/marginal farmers and other fanners may also be
detailed.

6. IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE

The MCAD works in a cluster are fast track projects with quick results. For the scheduled
erection period for the PPIC system of TWO years and additional O&M / Handholding period of FIVE
years, a detailed mile stone dates of the implementation schedule of each component of work along
with respective bar charts of time scheduling, would also be included in the chapter.

7. ORGANIZATIONAL SETUP AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

This chapter would describe the current organizational setup of the Project Implementing
Agency (PIA) and also cover the proposal of the State Government for setting up the suitable Command
Area Development Authority, if not already done. In case implementation of different project
components are proposed to be executed through multiple agencies, the details of nodal PIA and each
of the supporting PIA may be furnished with details of activities covered by each PIA. The particulars
of the nodal officer of PIA (in case of multiple agencies, nodal officers of each PIA) covering name,

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designation, address, phone/ fax/ mobile and email would also be included in the chapter. The available
staff strength of the PIA(s) may be assessed in light of the anticipated peak work requirements for timely
completion of Project, and the gap (if any) may be filled by creation of incremental establishment;
physical and financial details of such an incremental establishment would also be presented in the
chapter.

The chapter would describe the framework of Project Management for holistic implementation
of all targeted activities delineating the roles and responsibilities of different officials under each targeted
Projects as well at State level. The issues of coordination between different departments, especially in
case of activities involving convergence under different Schemes, may be assessed judiciously and
mechanism for their earliest resolution may also be developed and presented in this chapter. The
chapter would contain details of the State level Committee or other mechanisms set up by State
Government for strengthening the monitoring of the MCAD Scheme. The periodicity of the monitoring
exercise, the manner of reporting, and methodology adopted for bringing about a qualitative
improvement in the implementation of the program may also be highlighted. The steps related to
promotion of the Management Information System, public dissemination of information and
transparency may also be described. The road map for performance evaluation of the project
components covering details of evaluating agency (if identified), scope, estimated costs, and timings of
evaluation etc. would be presented in this chapter. The chapter would also include all evaluation studies
done so far, whether for the project as a whole or for Specific component of the project, with details of
the findings thereof.

8. COST ESTIMATES AND FINANCIAL SCHEDULING

This chapter would present the assessment of workload under each activity, and the item-wise
unit rates and cost estimates of the works. The assumptions made (if any) regarding assessment of the
work quantities shall be highlighted along with reference of the applicable schedule of rates. In case,
rates are not available under applicable schedule of rates, the pertinent rate-analysis/ justification of the
rates may also be furnished. Besides the summary of total cost estimates for the whole project, the
detailed cost estimates of each targeted scheme component may be presented; and in case for
estimates of some scheme components separate DPRs are being proposed, the fact may be highlighted
while furnishing preliminary/ tentative cost estimates.

The chapter would also present the quarterly and yearly financial scheduling for each targeted
scheme component of the project and for the overall project. The proposed financial scheduling shall
be in tune with the works implementation schedule.

9. CONVERGENCE WITH SCHEMES/PROGRAMS OF OTHER MINISTRIES

Welfare, Cooperatives, Panchayati Raj, Rural Development, New and Renewable Energy, etc. are
operating programs/ schemes which have components relating to empowerment of farmers/WUS. The
provisions of such schemes have to be used/ dovetailed to benefit the farmers. The chapter would
identify convergence with such existing programs/ schemes of other ministries detailing specific
components of these schemes and linking them with the activities targeted under MCAD. The chapter
would also clearly bring out that there is no overlap in funding of the same activity/ component from two
different schemes, and would also highlight the safeguards proposed in this respect.

10. ANNEXURES

The Design calculations, Model Contract Document, Various maps/ layouts/ engineering
drawings, DEM, Piping calculations, specification sheets elaborately tabulated data/ spread sheet or
any other information repeatedly referred under different chapters may also be placed as Annexure with

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appropriate numbering. The titles of Annexure shall clearly reflect the contents of annexure, and
footnotes may also be used for improving overall clarity of information.

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MCAD
IRRIGATION as a SERVICE (IaaS) and Ver 5.25
SoP B10
IRRIGATION SERVICE PROVIDER (ISP)
MCAD
Farmer Relationship Agency (FRA) Ver 5.25
SoP B11
MCAD
CONCEPTS & DEFINITIONS Ver 5.25
SoP B12

About Irrigation Areas:

Net Irrigated area (NIA): It is the area in ha which is irrigated by any source of water in a year
for a particular crop.
Gross Irrigated Area (GIA): The area irrigated under various crops during a year, counting
the area irrigated under more than one crop during the same year as many times as the number
of crops grown and irrigated. GIA= Cropping Intensity X NIA

Irrigation Potential (IP) : The total gross irrigated area proposed to be irrigated under different
crops during a year by a irrigation scheme.

Irrigation Potential Created (IPC): The area proposed to be irrigated in one year under more
than one crop and counted as many times as the number of crops grown and irrigated. As per
Planning Commission (Niti Ayog), this area under IPC is counted only when the irrigation works
and CADWM works are completed up to the farm gate.

Irrigation Potential Utilized (IPU): The gross area actually irrigated during reference year out
of the IPC during the year.

Intensity of Irrigation (Seasonal/Annual): The percentage of Culturable Command Area

(CCA) that is actually irrigated during a specific season is the seasonal intensity. The annual
intensity is the sum of the intensities of all seasons during the year, representing the total
percentage of CCA irrigated annually. CCA refers to Culturable Command Area, which is the
total area that can be successfully irrigated by a given irrigation scheme. IPC, on the other
hand, represents the maximum area that can be irrigated by optimal water management. In
simpler terms, it's a measure of how effectively an irrigation system is being used to bring land
under cultivation. For example, if 70% of the CCA is irrigated during the Kharif season and
40% during the Rabi season, the annual Irrigation intensity would be 110% (70% + 40%)

About Irrigation Systems:

Best Management Practice (BMP) : An irrigation practice that is both economical and
practical that will assist in reducing water use, protect water quality, while maintaining or
improving crop production.

Sprinkler Irrigation System: Sprinkler Irrigation is a method of applying irrigation water which
is similar to rainfall. Water is distributed through a system of pipes usually by pumping. It is
then sprayed into the air of entire soil surface through spray heads so that it breaks up into
small water drops which fall to the ground.
Drip irrigation system: Drip irrigation system delivers water to the crop using a network of
mainlines, sub-mains and lateral lines with emission points spaced along their lengths. Each
dripper/emitter, orifice supplies a measured, precisely controlled uniform application of water,
nutrients, and other required growth substances directly into the root zone of the plant.

Centre Pivot System: An automated irrigation system composed of sprinkler lateral rotating
around a pivot point and supported by a number of self-propelled towers. Water and power is
supplied at the pivot point. They are easily identified from the air as large circular fields. The
use of drop tubes on a centre pivot or lateral-move systems to apply water at low pressures very
near or directly onto the soil surface is LEPA (Low-Energy Precision Application). This
increases efficiency and uniformity. Furrow dikes are typically required to avoid runoff. The
other modes of centre pivot systems are LESA (low elevation spray application) and MESA
(mid elevation spray application).

Agricultural Drainage It is removal of excess water known as free or gravitational water from
the surface or below the surface of farm land to create favourable condition for proper growth
and development of the plot.

Evaporation: Loss of water as vapor from the soil surface or wet leaves. This differs
from transpiration in that the water does not pass through the plant leaves.

Evapotranspiration (ET) : Combined water lost from both transpiration from plant leaves
and evaporation from soil and wet leaves. Also known as crop water use, or consumptive use.
The crop ET (ETc) can be estimated by calculating the reference ET for a particular reference
crop (ETo for clipped grass, and ETr for alfalfa) from weather data and multiplying this by
a crop coefficient. The crop ET is the consumptive use (CU) of water from irrigation.

Irrigation Requirement (IR): refers to the quantity of water, exclusive of precipitation,

required for crop production. This amounts to net irrigation requirement plus other
economically avoidable losses. It is usually expressed in depth for given time. Net Irrigation
Requirement (NIR) = Consumptive Use (Cu) - Effective Rainfall (Re)+ water needed for
leaching or nursery water. Field Irrigation Requirements (FIR) consider NIR plus losses like
surface runoff and deep percolation. For Gross Irrigation Requirements (GIR) add conveyance
losses to FIR

Irrigation Efficiency: Proportion of the water that is beneficially used to manage the
Consumptive Use to the irrigation water supplied.
 MCAD On Farm Water Use Efficiency Calculation
SoP B13 Ver 6.25

On Farm Water Use Efficiency

W = W *W
F F1 F2
W Field Channel application efficiency, which account for the intermittent
F1
supply losses in the water courses/ field channels. Depend on the
infrastructure from canal to the farm gate

Unlined field Channels 40%

Lined field Channels 90%
Pipe 95%

W On Farm Field Water application efficiency, which account for the actual
F2
water not consumed by the crops. Depend on use of Precise Irrigation
and Farmer Intelligence

Surface irrigation 60%

(border, furrow, basin)
Sprinkler irrigation 75%
Drip irrigation 95%
Considering 30% Drip and 70% Sprinkler use,
W = 30% x 95% + 70% x 75% = 80%
F2
Conventional On Farm Water Use Efficiency (considering lined channel with surface irrigation)
WF = WF1 X WF2 = 90% x 60% = 54%
For MCAD On Farm Water Use Efficiency will be
WF = WF1 X WF2 = 95% x 80% = 75%

Project Water Use Efficiency:

[Considering Canals are in good shape Conveyance Efficiency = 70%,]

Impact of MCAD on Project Efficiency = 70% x 75% = 52.5%

Without MCAD Conventional Project Efficiency = 70% x 54% = 37.8%

Gain in efficiency by adopting MCAD over conventional project = 15%

This will bring a minimum of 15% Possible Savings in Water from the project on
adaptation of MCAD.
 MCAD
MCAD
Calculation of Electricity Charges Ver 6.25
SoP B14 for 5000 Ha Cluster

Assumptions:

1. Number of Farmers in the 5000-ha cluster= 5000

2. Rate of Electricity supplied to farmers = Rs. 4.50 kWh at average rates

3. The MCAD system operates 24 hrs in a day and 30 days in a Month

Total power requirement MCAD pumphouse for an area of 5000 Ha is 1250 HP (920 kW)

Total Energy requirement (per day) 920 x 24 kWh = 22,080 kWh

Total Energy requirement (Monthly), 22080 x 30 kWh = 6,62,400 kWh

Considering, rate of electric supply Rs. 4.50 / kWh

Total Monthly Electricity charge Rs 4.50 x 662400 = Rs. 29,80,800

Electricity Charge per farmer for 5000 farmers = Rs. 596 per farmer per month
 MCAD
Farm Level Water Management for PPIN Ver 6.25
SoP F1

1. To bring Water use Efficiency at Individual Water User Level under 1 ha under
PPIN : The farmer can utilise the pressurised water directly to the farm for micro-
irrigation for drip, mini sprinkler system or use it for the community based centre pivot
system. The quantum of water will be quantified at each outlet and each outlet will be
controlled through SCADA. In case the farmer is habituated to gravity irrigation, he
can use pipe for taking water from the PPIN outlet. This will also give a good on farm
water use efficiency.

2. To bring Water Use Efficiency for the or habituated farmers aligned to gravity
irrigation or GW based irrigation: an alternative time gap solution can be availed
by the farmer at its own cost, for secondary storage in the form of an units of
underground 20,000 lts poly tank for one irrigation. This tank will receive the outlet
quota metered water as per the duty assigned. The duty shall be based on the actual
use of water by the crop. This will augment the water storage without wasting land for
the Farm pond. Solar pumps and other units can be installed as per the need of the
farmer. The system will alleviate the need for GW pumps. Farmer can use water at its
own ease.
 SoP S1 Model MoA of the WUS Ver 6.25

MEMORANDUM OF SOCIETY
OF
XXXX WATER USER SOCIETY [WUS]

State Society Registration Number XXXXXXX

(UNDER THE SOCIETIES REGISTRATION ACT, 1860/ Co-operative Society Act)
State CADA Department Registration Number XXXXXXXX
Ministry of Jal Shakti CADWM Registration Number XXXXX

Model Bye Law of Water Users Society [WUS]

CHAPTER ONE: GENERAL PROVISIONS

Article 1.1 : Aim: The Society assisted and encouraged by the XXXXX State Government and by the
CADWM Wing of Ministry of Jal Shakti, Govt. of India for the equitable distribution of water, sustainable
management of irrigation system by self sustaining means.

Article 1.2 :Name

Article 1.3 :Address

Article 1.4 :Service area of the Society: The area of operation of Water users Society includes

Article 1.5: Goal : The Goal of the Water Users Society is the general economic welfare of the
Members. The Society shall be entitled to acquire use rights, free of charge, over the irrigation facilities,
as well as the service equipment on the territory of the Society as per the terms and conditions for
transfer. The Society shall bear the responsibility for the protection and maintenance of these facilities
and shall be obliged to have insurance on them.

Article 1.6 Objectives of the Society shall be:

1. To facilitate economic use of water

2. For arranging fair distribution of water to all water users
3. Maintenance of irrigation and drainage infrastructure on the Service Area of the Society.
4. Economic Development of the members of the Society

Article 1.7 Working principles of WUS

1. Democratic Decision making involving Women, aged, other ethnic groups, youth, handicapped,
Internally displaced, SC/ST etc,
2. Operations of WUS are transparent to internal and external stake holders
3. There is zero corruption in WUS
4.
5. WUS will be self reliant and self sufficient in its resources and skills
6. Only one Society shall be established on the territory served by an irrigation/drainage system or
by hydrologically detached parts of it.
Article1.8 Responsibilities, Functions and Activities of the Society

1. The operation, maintenance and reconstruction of the irrigation and drainage infrastructure
transferred to them pursuant to the Transitional and Concluding Provisions of the Handing over
Agreement.
2. Manage delivery of water and prevent contamination of water
3. To take actions to improve land properties for economic use of water
4. Distribute water on contract basis to all members of Water users Society (WUS) and to non-
members as per agreement in the service area of WUS. Resolve water related disputes among
community and among individual members
5.
resources. The construction of new irrigation and drainage systems and the relevant facilities;
irrigation water delivery and distribution; the drainage of agricultural lands;
6. To Train members of WUS to use advanced irrigation methods and ensure the using of new
methods and technologies to conserve and use water economically and effectively
7. To Purchase irrigation water from private or other sources or divert water from natural water
facilities and distribute to the members of the WUS
8. To install modern water measurement equipment, tools or arrangements in the water conveyance
structures to quantify flowing or stagnant water
9. To fix and collect user charges or water tax from members and pay the water rates to the Water
resources department as per the separate agreement.
10. Converging all agricultural and water related activities under various schemes of the Government
of India and that of State Government.
11. To enter into deals and perform activities to benefit the members in getting better economic life
12. Ensure rational and economical water use, reduce non-productive water losses, control soil
erosion and salinity, prevent soil/land water logging
13. Ensure full involvement of all members of WUS in establishing water users groups and involve all
the groups in managing the affairs of the WUS
14. Ensure just and equitable water distribution among all members of WUS without discrimination
15.
16. To ensure ecological safety standards are followed, enforce the water rights and safeguard the
legal interest of occupiers and users of water

Article1.9 Definitions and Explanations

1. "Irrigation and drainage infrastructure" represents a complex of structures, technical facilities and
equipment for irrigation and drainage, of agricultural lands on the territory of the Society together
with service buildings and roads;
2. "Territory of the WUS" is the area of the agricultural lands which is served by one irrigation and
irrigation - drainage system or hydrologically detached parts of it with boundaries determined by
the State Government.
3. "Irrigation system" is a complex of structures, technical facilities and equipment for obtaining,
storage, supply and distribution of water for the irrigation of agricultural crop in order to maintain
suitable moisture - air regime;
4. "Drainage system" is a complex of structures, technical facilities and equipment for the collection
and removal of excess water from waterlogged agricultural lands aimed at improving the soil
water - air regime;
5. "Agricultural practices" are technologies for soil cultivation aimed at improving the soil moisture
characteristics, speeding up the removal of excess water, restriction of erosion hazards,
improving the temperature regime and biological activity of the soil;
6. "Hydrologically detached part of an irrigation system" is such that receives water from a water
source, water intake structure or point of the irrigation system and can be managed
independently;
7. "Hydrologically detached part of a drainage system" is such that collects and removes the excess
water from the agricultural lands and conveys it to a water course or a canal/pipeline and can be
managed independently;
 8. "User of agricultural land" is a natural or legal person who uses agricultural land on a legal basis
- through a rent contract, leasing, or another legal form of use.

CHAPTER TWO: MEMBERSHIP

Article 2.1 Membership

1. All the farmers occupying land in the Service Area earmarked for the Society can only be
members of the Society. Occupiers shall include owners or tenants (the written or verbal lease
agreement for tenants shall be verified by the Society). Farmers outside the service area shall be
called Outsiders.
2. All members with no default of the dues to the WUS on the day of the Voting shall be the Voting
Members.

Article 2.2. Right of Members of WUS

1. One Vote right regardless of the size of the land to elect his/her representative for Executive
Committee
2. Suggest agenda for the general assembly
3. A member of Water users group has a just and equitable share of irrigation water distributed by
the WUS
4. He/she has the right to use all the services provided by the WUS without discrimination
5. Right to examine the accounts and seek any information of the WUS any time at nominal rates
of inspection set by the General Assembly.
6. He/she has the right to claim compensation from the WUS for the damages inflicted on his/her
crops damaged due to the actions of WUS taken up to accomplish its goal and objective

Article 2.3 Obligations of Members

1. To make timely payment of the WUS fees and the user charges or water tax
2.
Assembly
3. To stick to the irrigation schedule provided by the WUS and receive water as per the
specification of agreement with the WUS
4.
5. Allow WUS Committee/ Sub Committee members or WUS employees an access to their
facilities to carry out the activities related to the objectives of the WUS
6. To provide correct land and water user information to the WUS when asked
7.
Body
8. Pay for the Cost of repair or replacement parts of WUS equipment damaged due to age or
accident or natural disasters
9. To pay contribution in kind in terms of share in harvest and labour for channel maintenance as
specified by General Assembly of WUS
10. To allow WUS to use pipes, cemented channels or any other in both owned or hired land for
save water and sustained performance of irrigation system

Article 2.4 Eligibility of membership

All Indian Aadhar Card Holder occupiers in the service area of the WUS, living and having own
land or rented land with right to use the land with legal rent agreement, shall mandatorily be the
member of the WUS and shall mandatorily agrees to abide by the byelaws of the WUS.

Article 2. 5 Procedure for membership

1. A person meeting the eligibility requirement on his own volition shall submit an application for
membership
 2. The Executive Committee shall examines his/her request and grants approval or denies
3. An eligible person not submitting an application for membership on his own volition, can be
subjected to the membership process by the Executive Committee or may be declared as
defaulter on persistent default.

Article 2.6 Membership fee

1. All the members of the WUS will pay a fixed annual fee to the WUS before 15th of March
2. The Annual fee will be fixed by the General Assembly
3. Member who did not pay the membership fee before this date will incur fine imposed by the
Executive Committee of the WUS

Article 2.7 Termination of Membership

1. Automatic Ceases to be a member of the water users Society if he/she sells all his land or the
lease period of land in the service area of WUS is over.
2. Membership is terminated by the WUS on the following conditions
Regular Non-compliance with the WUS Bye Law / order or instruction issued by the
General body of the WUS
Refusal to pay fees to the WUS

equipment
Unauthorized water withdrawal
Repeated violation of water distribution schedules
Engaged in activities against the interest of the Society

3. Voluntary exit is free and Member should apply to the Executive Committee of the WUS in writing
three months in advance of the financial year closure (Before 15th December)
4. After termination or exit the member shall attain the status of Non-Member.

Article 2.8 Non-Members

1. Non-Members shall have no Voting rights

2. Non-Members shall not or shall be supplied Water at rate decided by the General Body.
3. Non-members shall be obligated to follow certain conditions as stipulated by General Body.

CHAPTER THREE: STRUCTURE of WUS

Article 3.1: Structure and Functioning of the WUS

1. There will be a General Assembly of all the Members

2. The Executive Committee of WUS shall comprise of maximum of 35 members matching with
the Organization structure of volunteers as stated at Article 3.8
a. Office Bearers: President or Pani Pradhan (PP) (1), General Secretary (1), Treasurer (1)
b. Vice Presidents or Deputy Pani Pradhans ( DPP)
c. Joint Secretary or Gram Pani Pradhans (GPP)
d. Joint Secretary (Women) Representative women (Max 5 Nos.)
e. Executive Committee Members : Chak Pani Pradhan (CPP) or from WUA under JJM,
watershed, Atal Bhujal, Forest Schemes,
f. Special Invitee (Non-Members): Representative of Non-Members (Max 1 No.)
3. All letters shall be signed by President and General Secretary
4. To assist the Executive Committee there will be sub committees.
Article 3.2: General Assembly

1. Defines major activities of the WUS to be undertaken by its Office Bearers

2. Approves the major decisions taken by the Office Bearers
3. Approves, makes or bring amendments to the Bye Law of the WUS
4. Sets the Audit procedures and approves the financial procedures
5. Sets the Annual membership fee and the fee to be paid by non-members
6. Sets the fine payable by the member of WUS who violate its byelaw
7. Approves Annual Reports and Balance Sheets
8. Approves the annual budget, the work plan and the irrigation schedule
9. Elect or Dismiss the members of the Executive Committee or subcommittee members by direct
and impartial simple majority voting
10. Makes decisions on re-organisation and Liquidation of WUS
11. Elects Sub committees

Article 3.3: Executive Committee

1. Executive Committee Overall control and supervision of all the channels linked to the main
water source
2. Fix and collect the water tax or the user charges
3. Appoint staff and supervise
4. Conduct members meeting and take decisions of water distribution and channel upkeep
5. Divest or take away the water rights if the water tax is not paid
6. Conduct of training and education programs on water management and water conservation
7.
8. Convene WUS General body meeting
9.
10. Follow the WUS Operational Procedures as specified by the WUS Bye Law in all the activities
of the Society

Article 3.4: Sub Committees

1. The General Assembly will elect sub committees of maximum 10 members for a fixed period of
3 years for various purposes including:
a. Finance Sub Committee headed by Treasurer
b. Water Management Sub Committee headed by General Secretary
c. O&M Sub Committee headed by Joint Secretary
d. Economic Subcommittee headed by a Joint Secretary
e. Dispute Resolution Sub Committee headed by President

2. No member of the subcommittee shall be member of more than one subcommittee at any time.
3. There will be no limit to re-election of the member to the other subcommittee.

Article 3.5 Water Management Sub Committee

1. Supervision and control of outlets

2. Devise a water distribution plan and get the approval of the general body
3. Implement the water distribution plan
4. Resolve local conflicts in water distribution
5. Decide on limiting supply of water during water shortage periods
6. Penalise the illegal water tapping, thefts and wastage
7. Any other task assigned by the general Body
Article 3.6 Finance Sub Committee

1. Collect taxes or user charges and penalties

2. Identify Defaulters
3. Open account in the name of the Society in a Bank and operate
4. Deposit the money collected in the bank or keep it in safe custody
5. With draw money with the permission of the Executive Committee
6. Spend the money according to the orders of the Executive Committee
7. Maintain all financial record of the Society
8. Prepare annual balance
9. Any other task assigned by the General Assembly

Article 3.7 O&M Sub Committee

1. System maintenance and upkeep of irrigation structures within the Service Area
2. Supervision of community contribution in term of labour for upkeep
3. Any other task assigned by the General Body

Article 3.8 Dispute Resolution Sub Committee

1. Resolution of the dispute between members of WUS with the WUS within 60 days through
mediations, conciliation and arbitration.
2. Any other task assigned by the General Body

Article 3.9 Organization Structure of the Water User Society

The organization of the WUS up to 5000 ha will have the following structure:

At maximum size: 5000 ha Cluster: headed by Pani Pradhan ( PP)

At 1000 ha Division: headed by Deputy Pani Pradhan ( DPP)
At 300ha (Village / Zone) : headed by Gram Pani Pradhan (GPP)
At 30 Ha Chak for Chak Committee (CC) : headed by Chak Pani Pradhan (CPP)
At 5 ha Sub Chak Committee (SCC) : headed by Jal Mitra (JM)
All positions shall be volunteer elected positions, appointed by the Governing Body of WUS. Efforts
can be made at local level to merge the various functions of Atal Bhujal Scheme, Jal Jeevan
Mission Scheme, Water Shed Scheme into the Governing apparatus of WUS.

CHAPTER FOUR: PROCEDURES

Article 4.1 Time of the general body meeting

The general body meeting would be held at least once every year and would be conducted preferably
during the month of March/April.

Article 4.2 Quorum

1. For General Assemblythe minimum number of members to be present for the general body for
WUS meeting to begin its proceedings is 66 % or 2/3 of the total voting members. 30 minutes
grace time can be given to start the proceeding. If the minimum attendance is not there even after
the grace time the general body meeting is cancelled or postponed to a later date.
2. Quorum for the Executive Committeeof WUS meeting is 66% or 2/3

Article 4.3 Decision making rule at the General Assembly meeting

 1. For decisions on amendment of constitution 2/3 votes of the members present in the general
body meeting necessary
2. For decisions of merger, division and liquidation of the WUS 2/3 votes of the members present
in the general body meeting necessary
3. For all other decisions a simple majority of more than 50 % votes of the members present in the
meeting is sufficient

Article4.4 Notice period

1. General Assembly meeting: 30 days

2. Special general body meeting : 21 days
3. Executive Committee Meeting: 7 days
4. All intimation containing the details of agenda, the place, date and time shall be digital through
SMS/ Whatsapp, web site or any other digital mode

Article 4.5 Elections

1. Election officer: The founding members will decide the election officer for the first election for
each water users group. For subsequent elections the Executive Committee of WUS will appoint
a non partial election officer to conduct the election. Election officer is responsible for verifying
the eligible voters list and publication of the list. He/she would issue election notice and would
conduct the elections to elect the representative from each of the water users group.

2. The elected representatives of all the water users group will conduct the first General body
meeting and elect a person to conduct the election for WUS. The elected or selected person will
conduct the election to the Executive Committee of the WUS. The subsequent elections would
be arranged by the outgoing President of the WUS.

3. The mode of elections of WUS will invariably be by physical voting. A record of which shall be
maintained for Annual Audit Purposes.

Article4.6 Terms of office of the Executive Committee Member and Number of Turns

1. The General Assembly will elect Executive Committee Members for three years by direct
impartial voting
2. Executive Committee Members of the WUS can hold office to the maximum of 3 terms in life
each separated by a cooling period of 4 years.

Article 4.7 Eligibility for Executive Committee Position

1. Indian Aadhar Card holder

2. X class Pass out
3. Aged above 20
4. No default in membership
5. Paid all dues to the WUS
6. Not convicted by Court
7. No family member has held the position of Executive Member in last 3 years
8. Not engaged directly or indirectly as the contractor or consultant of WUS for 2 years since the
selecting year
9. Not held any executive position in any other society of similar nature for past 2 years

Article4.8 Disqualification and Expulsion of Executive Member

Any Executive Committee member can be expelled by the General Assembly f he/she indulges in any
one of the following behaviours

1. Occupy or misuse the WUS property for personal use

2. Work against the constitution
 3. Provide guarantee to any other using the assets of the WUSwith out the permission of the
general body
4. Accept commission in trade transactions or indulge in corrupt practices
5. Undertake any activity that would affect the economic benefit of the WUS
6. Hold a position in management in a WUS of similar nature

CHAPTER FIVE : STAFF & PAID EMPLOYEE

Article 5.1 Staff and Paid employees of WUS

1. WUS may employ staff to keep the accounts, O&M, security, record keeping etc.
2. Prepare a draft budget, operation and maintenance plan for irrigation systems as well as other
required documents to be submitted to the General Assembly.
3. Maintain the record of the sub committees
4.
5. Prepare contracts for various works
6. Any other issues as defined by the General Assembly

CHAPTER SIX: FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS

Article 6.1 Sources of Income

1. Fees paid by WUS members

2. Proceeds from payments by non members
3. Interest paid on bank account funds
4. Donations
5. Grants from governmental sources
6. Other legal sources

Article 6.2 Accounting System

1. The accounting and auditing of the Society shall be maintained as per the laws.
2. The Society shall not allocate profit proceeds among its members and shall use the same only to
make investments or for credit repayment.
3. The Society may have one or more bank accounts as decided by the Executive Committee and
operated as decided by Executive Committee.

CHAPTER SEVEN : OTHER ISSUES

Article 7.1 Merger or Division

1. Merger or Division or combination with another WUS or organization would be taken by the
general body with 2/3 majority decision
2. All the creditors of the co-operative would be informed about the merger decision with in ten
days of the decision taken
3.

Article7.2 Dissolution or liquidation

The WUS could be closed down due to the following reasons:

1. As per the reason stipulated in the Memorandum of Association

 2. General body has decided and recommended the dissolution with 2/3 majority
3. Need to dissolve the WUS has arisen due to merger or division
4. Withdrawal of registration by the government or refusal to renew it

Article7.3 Liquidation procedures

1. With in 15 days of the liquidation decision is taken at the general body a liquidation committee
with a chairperson should be formed by the WUS
2. Once the liquidating committee is formed it would take charge for disposing off the properties to
settle claims except for the properties obtained by state finance or by utilizing subsidy given by
the government
3. The liquation committee would handle the law suits and litigations
4. If the WUS incurred loss due to gross negligence of a member of the WUS then the liquidation
committee should fix responsibilities and recover the amount from the person(s) concerne

Article 7.4 Amendment of Bye Law

1. Any proposed amendments to the Bye Laws of the WUS shall be first got approved from
CADWM Wing, Ministry of Jal Shakti
2. After getting the above approval, the proposed Bye Laws of the WUS can be amended by
the representative General body by 2/3 majority vote
3. Amendment to By Law if done should be intimated to the registering authorities within one
month of such occurrence

Article 7.5 Obligation to Provide Information and Annual Audit

1. The Society shall keep up to date information on the

a. the farm lands on the territory of the Society, their owners and users;
b. the irrigation and drainage infrastructure on the Society territory (location, type, main
parameters and physical conditions).
c. Territory map, data on the owners and users, data on the documents verifying the right
of ownership or use, as well as data on the changes in the above facts shall be listed;
d. a book of protocols recording sessions held by each of the collective management bodies
of the Society;
e. an inventory and a map of the irrigation and drainage infrastructure on the territory of the
Society with data on the location, type, main parameters and physical conditions;
f. a record book for the technical activities implemented in relation to the operation and
maintenance of the irrigation and drainage infrastructure.
2. The Society shall be subject to Annual Audit of all its activities to the State CADA Department
and CADWM Wing of the Ministry of Jal Shakti and shall publish a Annual Report on its web site.
As the WUS has been created with the support of Central and State Government, this condition
of providing Information and Annual Audit shall be non negotiable by any resolution of the General
Assembly.
3. The society shall provide all information on any WUS members to any member of the society
on request for a request amount as decided by the General Assembly.

Article 7.6 Mediation and Arbitration

1. Any dispute arising in between the members of WUS shall be resolved first through a sole
Mediator or Arbitrator appointed by the State Government, before resorting to legal remedy.
2. Any dispute arising between WUS and the State Government shall be resolved through a sole
Mediator or Arbitrator appointed by CADWM Wing of Ministry of Jal Shakti, Central Government,
before resorting to legal remedy.