This law governs irrigation and drainage systems across the entire state of Manipur. It establishes rules for managing water resources, constructing canals, and maintaining drainage works. The Act empowers the state government to levy water rates and betterment contributions from users to fund these projects. It also defines the roles of various officers and the revenue generated from these works. By regulating these essential infrastructure and financial aspects, the legislation aims to improve agricultural productivity and manage water resources effectively for the benefit of the state's population.
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Chronological legislative evolution of The Manipur Irrigation Act, 1978 across statutory gazettes and amending Acts.