India : ORISSA Integrated Irrigated Agriculture & Water Management Investment Program - Project 1
The Project aims to (i) enhance productivity and sustainability of existing underutilized and underperforming major, medium, and minor irrigation systems with participatory irrigation management, and (ii) strengthen institutions for sustainable irrigation service delivery and associated support services, and for initiating operations for integrated water resources management on the basis of river basins. Its tentative scope includes (i) participatory scheme design and WUA strengthening; (ii) irrigation and associated infrastructure; (iii) agriculture and fishery development support; (iv) establishing sustainable O&M mechanisms; and (iv) institutional strengthening and project management.
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Project Name | ORISSA Integrated Irrigated Agriculture & Water Management Investment Program - Project 1 | ||||||||||||
Project Number | 38411-023 | ||||||||||||
Country / Economy | India |
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Project Status | Closed | ||||||||||||
Project Type / Modality of Assistance | Loan Technical Assistance |
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Strategic Agendas | Environmentally sustainable growth |
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Drivers of Change | Gender Equity and Mainstreaming Governance and capacity development Partnerships |
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Sector / Subsector | Agriculture, natural resources and rural development / Agricultural drainage - Irrigation - Rural water policy, institutional and capacity development |
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Gender | Effective gender mainstreaming | ||||||||||||
Description | The Project aims to (i) enhance productivity and sustainability of existing underutilized and underperforming major, medium, and minor irrigation systems with participatory irrigation management, and (ii) strengthen institutions for sustainable irrigation service delivery and associated support services, and for initiating operations for integrated water resources management on the basis of river basins. Its tentative scope includes (i) participatory scheme design and WUA strengthening; (ii) irrigation and associated infrastructure; (iii) agriculture and fishery development support; (iv) establishing sustainable O&M mechanisms; and (iv) institutional strengthening and project management. | ||||||||||||
Project Rationale and Linkage to Country/Regional Strategy | India's rapid overall economic growth is contributing to growing urban-rural disparity amidst chronic high rural poverty. This has emerged as a major concern. Growth in agriculture and related rural non-farm sectors has been stagnant and the setor is making a slow transformation to more intensive and high-value production and processing systems. Orissa is one of the poorest states in India, and despite recent acceleration of its annual economic growth rates at 7%, disparity against national average is still widening. The Orissa State Government (OSG) has taken steps to improve the situation and to support the process, it has progressively developed the policy, planning and institutional basis for the irrigation and wter resources sector since the late 1990s. The OSG also initiated comprehensive economic reforms in the early 2000s, aiming at inclusive growth with stronger public sector accountability and community and private sector participation. Within this context, the OSG is keen to further advance PIM in the remaining schemes, and to incorporate lessons learned so far, as well as the best practices from other Asian countries and Indian states to attain higher impacts in terms of productivity and sustainability. The Program is desined to meet this need, with an accountability to WUAs, further refinement of the WUA legal framework, and steps towards sustainable o&M financing and IWRM. Program delivery and governance will also be upgraded to ensure sufficient WUA empowerment upfront, infrastructure quality, integration with the agriculture value chain, and support systems, and sound provider-recipient relations for o&M. The MFF modality is most suitable for the Program. Building on the progressively developed policy and institutional basis, MFF provides an opportunity for (i) flexibility in investment decision making based on subproject readiness, in particular ensuring sound progress in planning and WUA institutional building; (ii) higher implementation quality, reflecting lessons learned and progressive and incremental improvement of the institutional basis during the program period; (iii) longer term program engagement allowing sufficient monitoring of critical institutional development process, and (iv) wider program coverage that allows more significant sector impacts under the proposed Program. | ||||||||||||
Impact | 1. Enhanced economic growth and reduced poverty in the selected river basins with direct benefit to 450,000 people in the tranche-1 subproject area (70,000ha). 2. Initial institutionalization of effective mechanisms for Participatory Irrigation Management (PIM) |
Project Outcome | |
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Description of Outcome | 1. Enhanced productivity, water use efficiency, and sustainability of irrigated agriculture in the selected existing schemes in 70,000 ha 2. improved institutional performance of irrigation service delivery with empowered WUAs |
Progress Toward Outcome | The ADB loan was completed on 30 September 2015. Project Completion review mission was completed from 17 to 29 April 2017 and the Project Completion Report was issued August 2017. |
Implementation Progress | |
Description of Project Outputs | Component A: Productive and sustainable irrigated agriculture management systems - A-1. Participatory Planning and WUA Strengthening A-2. Irrigation and associated infrastructure A-3. Agriculture Development and Livelihood Enhancement following micro-plans provided, and targets achieved A-4. Sustainable O&M Systems Established Component B. Institutions Strengthened and Project Management Systems B-1. Policy, Planning and Legal Framework B-2. DOWR Institutional Setup, Structure, Skill Mix, and Business Processes Strengthened B-3. Systems to Support Sustainable O&M B-4. Operationalizing IWRM B-5. Project Management System B-6. Training/Capacity Development |
Status of Implementation Progress (Outputs, Activities, and Issues) | During project design, feasibility studies (SIPs) were developed for project 1 and project 2 major and medium subprojects. During implementation, feasibility studies were prepared for MLIs. WUA micro-plans were prepared and endorsed. WUAs strengthened in the major and 3 medium schemes and to a lesser extent in Taladanda as most elections are pending. Membership of farmers in the WUA at 80% (115210 out of 136086). Elections held in 82 out of 121 WUAs (62 completed during the project period). 5% subminor or 10% CAD contract value contribution by farmer agreed upon. 74% of women enrolled and 73% of vulnerable groups enrolled. WUAs endorsed the design of subminor and CAD works. Implementation agreements were signed. Infrastructure works were mostly completed as designed, although 856 ha in Gohira and 115 ha in Remal are not irrigated due to incomplete works. One contract in Taladanda was only 47% complete. Estimated irrigated area of 64,583 ha (95%). No end-line survey so satisfaction not determined. CAD works completed for 62% No work was completed on extension of irrigated area through conjunctive use of groundwater. WUAs achieved the targets. Seed and fertilizer distributor links were established. Marketing linkages were not made. Livelihood plans were not implemented except for those areas supported by the related Grant 9134. Total 10,604 WUA members including 4,667 women (44%) are trained. O&M plans prepared, but only implemented to date in Sunei. Water management has improved in 3 medium schemes with WUA participation. In Taladanda water plans are yet to be implemented. DOWR has increased the grant value to irrigation operators in line with the 12th FCR. No annual audit carried out State Water Policy revised in 2007 and 2012. WRB meets infrequently, but a Water Advisory Committee meets once a year. Odisha Water Planning Organization of DOWR prepared plans for all 11 river basins. WUA Act and Rule refined as targeted and amended in 2008 (key gender element: provision mandating [33%] representation of women in WUA executive committees) and 2014; further refinements are planned Act and Rule operational. Vision and road map 2036 document published. CADPIM directorate established and staff assigned (2008). QC cell not established. CDP refined in 20102011. One WALMI director recruited from the market, but subsequent directors appointed. WALMI not strengthened. Fund allocation follows old 12th FCR report, Rs600/ha. 13th FCR recommends Rs1500/ha. Water rates revised to 2002 values. No target identified; 190% increase of collection of water charges from 20092010 to 20152016. DOWR departments, accounts and billing are being computerized in a phased manner (not complete). Reports prepared, and steps made toward MIS development during project 2. Fund allocation linked to revenues department percentage water charge collection. No pilot tariff collection started; WUA act needs to be amended to allow for this. IWRM road map produced under TA and subsequently developed into an action plan by ISPMC, but not endorsed by the government. Partly completed with preparation of river basin plans. RBO Baitarani established through notification in 2012, but not made operational. PMU, SIOs established, staffed, and trained in 2008. Project manuals completed in 2010. Improved DOWR accountability to WUAs through PIM, posting contract completion reports online. CDP plan implemented by consultants, with training provided. Project institutions such as CADPIM directorate operational; IWRM institutions were not formed. |
Geographical Location | Anandpur, Baitarani River, Brahmani River, Burhabalanga, Cuttack, Deogarh, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Mahanadi Delta, State of Odisha, Subarnarekha River, Udala |
Safeguard Categories | |
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Environment | B |
Involuntary Resettlement | A |
Indigenous Peoples | B |
Summary of Environmental and Social Aspects | |
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Environmental Aspects | Initial environmental examinations (IEEs) were prepared for the seven subprojects proposed for the first PRF, which were classified as environmental category B, along with an environmental assessment and review framework (EARF), following the ADB's Environment Policy (2002). Overall, the subprojects will have positive impacts on the environment, including improved water availability and water use efficiency, increased agriculture production, and institutional system of PIM to manage and distribute water efficiently. Potential negative environmental impacts include: (i) increased competition in water use within the subprojects and with other water uses; (ii) deterioration of water quality due to agriculture intensification; and (iii) impacts during construction of irrigation and associated infrastructure. These impacts are mitigated by: (i) sufficient consultation at the scheme level to develop operational plans and instruments agreeable to all the concerned WUAs; (ii) operationalizing effective coordination mechanisms among the concerned water users at times of drought; (iii) introducing integrated pest management and effective soil nutrient management; and (iv) ensuring safe and environmentally sound construction practices. Environmental capacity development for the Investment Program will be supported by having an environmental cell in the PIM/CAD directorate of DOWR, which will be strengthened by the ISPM consultants. |
Involuntary Resettlement | Resettlement: The Project-1 will only involve the renovation of the existing irrigation infrastructure. For the for major and medium subprojects included in tranche-1, the existing right of way is sufficient to undertake renovation works in all other schemes, with no affected encroachment. For the purpose of the Investment Program, a resettlement framework (RF) has been prepared following the ADB's Policy on Involuntary Resettlement (1995) and agreed by OSG. A resettlement plan for the Mahanadi Chitropala Island Irrigation scheme was prepared and implemented. Infrastructure improvements for Mahanadi Chitropala Island will be financed under Project-2. |
Indigenous Peoples | Indigenous Peoples: Orissa has relatively high percentage of tribal population compared with other States: 22.2% of its population. Higher concentration is seen in inland districts including those covered under the Investment Program. An approved Indigenous Peoples Development Framework will be the basis for developing indigenous peoples development plans for schemes having project impacts on affected tribal people. Regarding the schemes studied for the first PRF, three medium schemes were found to have high percentage of tribal populations at 23%, 26%, and 63%. Indigenous peoples specific actions were prepared for them to enhance the positive impacts and to avoid adverse impacts, if any. The specific actions include: (i) promoting due representation of indigenous peoples in the concerned WUAs; (ii) undertaking separate information campaigns and need assessment, and pursuing that their interests are met in the WUA development and program delivery process; (iii) forming tribal peoples groups within the WUAs and empowering them with establishing linkage to the existing OSG programs and supporting specific activities under the Investment Program; and (iv) developing WUA capacities to address the needs of tribal farmers. |
Stakeholder Communication, Participation, and Consultation | |
During Project Design | The Program places strategic emphasis on the beneficiary participation with due attention to the diversity of their interests and possible vulnerability (e.g., tail end farmers) under the framework of the water user associations (WUAs). |
During Project Implementation | Under the program there will be policy measures to equalize opportunities and access, to support equal representation of head, middle, and tail reach farmers and increased participation of vulnerable groups including women. |
Business Opportunities | |
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Consulting Services | Consultants will be hired for institutional development and capacity building, project management, design and construction monitoring, and benefit monitoring. Agencies or institutions including established registered NGOs will also be engaged for participatory planning, WUA strengthening, minor work execution by WUAs, agriculture and livelihood programs, and facilitation and monitoring of resettlement plans. All consultants and NGOs will be engaged according to ADB's Guidelines on the Use of Consultants. |
Procurement | Procurement financed from the ADB loans under the MFF will conform to ADB's Procurement guidelines. Civil works contracts of at least $10 million will be through International Competitive Bidding, and those costing less than $10 million will be under National Competitive Bidding procedures acceptable to ADB. Single-stage, two envelope bidding with post qualification will be adopted. In addition, community works costing less than $10,000 may be directly contracted with the concerned Water Users Association that has participated in the planning and design and will take over O&M. In procuring goods and related services, ICB procedures will be used if the estimated cost is at least $1 million and NCB procedures if the cost is between $0.1 million and $1 million, and shopping if the estimated contract amount is less than $0.1 million. |
Responsible ADB Officer | Marsh, Suzanne |
Responsible ADB Department | South Asia Department |
Responsible ADB Division | Environment, Natural Resources & Agriculture Division, SARD |
Executing Agencies |
Department of Water Resources, Gov't of Odisha |
Timetable | |
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Concept Clearance | 07 Sep 2007 |
Fact Finding | 10 Sep 2007 to 28 Sep 2007 |
MRM | 21 Nov 2007 |
Approval | 18 Sep 2008 |
Last Review Mission | - |
PDS Creation Date | 23 Feb 2009 |
Last PDS Update | 28 Mar 2018 |
Loan 2444-IND
Milestones | |||||
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Approval | Signing Date | Effectivity Date | Closing | ||
Original | Revised | Actual | |||
26 Sep 2008 | 25 Feb 2009 | 04 Jun 2009 | 30 Sep 2013 | 30 Sep 2015 | 14 Feb 2017 |
Financing Plan | Loan Utilization | ||||
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Total (Amount in US$ million) | Date | ADB | Others | Net Percentage | |
Project Cost | 34.60 | Cumulative Contract Awards | |||
ADB | 16.50 | 17 Jun 2022 | 16.50 | 0.00 | 100% |
Counterpart | 18.10 | Cumulative Disbursements | |||
Cofinancing | 0.00 | 17 Jun 2022 | 16.50 | 0.00 | 100% |
Status of Covenants | ||||||
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Category | Sector | Safeguards | Social | Financial | Economic | Others |
Rating | Satisfactory | Satisfactory | Satisfactory | Satisfactory | - | Satisfactory |
Loan 8240-IND
Milestones | |||||
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Approval | Signing Date | Effectivity Date | Closing | ||
Original | Revised | Actual | |||
08 Oct 2008 | 12 Mar 2009 | 29 May 2009 | 31 Oct 2013 | 31 May 2016 | 02 May 2018 |
Financing Plan | Loan Utilization | ||||
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Total (Amount in US$ million) | Date | ADB | Others | Net Percentage | |
Project Cost | 31.80 | Cumulative Contract Awards | |||
ADB | 0.00 | 17 Jun 2022 | 0.00 | 24.50 | 100% |
Counterpart | 1.80 | Cumulative Disbursements | |||
Cofinancing | 30.00 | 17 Jun 2022 | 0.00 | 24.50 | 100% |
TA 7131-IND
Milestones | |||||
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Approval | Signing Date | Effectivity Date | Closing | ||
Original | Revised | Actual | |||
18 Sep 2008 | 30 Mar 2009 | 30 Mar 2009 | 30 Sep 2009 | 31 Dec 2010 | 26 Mar 2011 |
Financing Plan/TA Utilization | Cumulative Disbursements | |||||||
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ADB | Cofinancing | Counterpart | Total | Date | Amount | |||
Gov | Beneficiaries | Project Sponsor | Others | |||||
0.00 | 250,000.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 250,000.00 | 17 Jun 2022 | 222,449.00 |
Status of Covenants | ||||||
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Category | Sector | Safeguards | Social | Financial | Economic | Others |
Rating | Satisfactory | Satisfactory | Satisfactory | Satisfactory | - | Satisfactory |
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Title | Document Type | Document Date |
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India: Orissa Integrated Irrigated Agriculture and Water Management Investment Program – Project 1 | Validations of Project Completion Reports | Dec 2018 |
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Orissa Integrated Irrigated Agriculture and Water Management Investment Program: Procurement Plan | Procurement Plans | May 2015 |