28-km artificial lake in Thar desert aims to supply water to 5 million | TheBriefWire
28-km artificial lake in Thar desert aims to supply water to 5 million
Published 13 July 2026 ยท india
In a groundbreaking initiative, Rajasthan has constructed an expansive artificial lake designed to augment water supply, benefitting around five million residents in Jaisalmer and Barmer
In a groundbreaking initiative, Rajasthan has constructed an expansive artificial lake designed to augment water supply, benefitting around five million residents in Jaisalmer and Barmer. Lined with plastic to mitigate evaporation, this reservoir aims to maintain water supply during canal repairs. The grand opening of this essential water project is anticipated for July 2026.
Published: July 13, 2026 โข 6:00 PM IST ยท Updated: July 13, 2026 โข 7:33 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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In a groundbreaking initiative, Rajasthan has constructed an expansive artificial lake designed to augment water supply, benefitting around five million residents in Jaisalmer and Barmer.
Lined with plastic to mitigate evaporation, this reservoir aims to maintain water supply during canal repairs.
The grand opening of this essential water project is anticipated for July 2026.