1. Dilasa has completed 102 phad irrigation models over the past six years, and is currently working on 175 additional models across six districts of Vidarbha with support from JTT and other donors.
2. Phad systems are traditional, low-cost irrigation systems managed by small farmer groups that divert flowing water from rivers or streams via pipelines or open channels for protective crop irrigation. They typically irrigate 10-25 hectares at a cost of 15,000-25,000 rupees per hectare.
3. Case studies show phad irrigation has doubled crop yields and incomes for farmers, enabling cultivation of additional crops like wheat, onions and vegetables during rabi season through increased irrigation