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Creation of water sources

Community water harvesting structures, farm ponds, tube-wells and water storage.

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National Horticulture Mission (NHM / MIDH) · Creation of water sources Guide

Water sources and beekeeping under NHM

A community water harvesting structure is supported at a higher rate than an individual farm pond, and a tube-well is considered only when integrated with another component. Beekeeping is su...

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