About River Basin Management Scheme:
- It is a central sector scheme of the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
- It aims to facilitate integrated planning, investigation and development of water resources at the river basin level, including both surface water and groundwater systems.
- It is implemented through three key organisations namely, the Brahmaputra Board, the Central Water Commission (CWC), and the National Water Development Agency (NWDA).
- It supports activities such as the preparation of basin master plans, the survey and investigation of projects, and the planning of multipurpose projects.
- It is a comprehensive scheme for the management, protection, improvement and sustainable use of water resources across river basins.
- These resources include rivers, lakes, streams, groundwater, and associated ecosystems.
- Financial Outlay and Duration: It is proposed to be continued during the 16th Finance Commission period from 2026–27 to 2030–31.
- Objectives of River Basin Management Scheme:
- Ensure protection, improvement, and sustainable use of water resources across river basins.
- Promote development of surface water and groundwater resources.
- Undertake survey, investigation, and preparation of basin master plans.
- Facilitate planning of irrigation, hydropower, and multipurpose projects.
- Support integrated development of water resources for multiple uses, including navigation and ecological conservation
