Kerala/Grants/HOTBoosterGrant2023/Proposal/command Area Mapping of Lift Irrigation Projects in Chalakudy River
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Project Overview: Chalakudy River is the fifth longest river in Kerala, draining through Thrissur, Palakkad, and Ernakulam districts of Kerala and Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu. With a total drainage area of 1704 km², it plays a crucial role in the irrigation and drinking water needs of four districts in the basin. However, the region faces challenges due to climate change, experiencing both floods and droughts.
The project will focus on mapping 20 out of 650 Important lift irrigation projects within the Chalakudy River basin. Mapping these projects will provide valuable insights into their current status and enable effective planning and resolution efforts. The key elements to be mapped include the ayacut or command area, pump house locations and features, waterways, land use, and buildings (beneficiaries).
Objectives:
Create a comprehensive map of lift irrigation projects in the Chalakudy River basin. Identify the command areas and beneficiaries of each lift irrigation project. Determine the locations and features of pump houses, waterways, and related infrastructure. Collect data on land use patterns within the command areas
Describe the local challenge your project is addressing
The local challenge that our project addresses in the "Command Area Mapping of Lift Irrigation Projects in Chalakudy River" is the inefficient management of water resources in the Chalakudy River basin. This region faces the dual impacts of climate change, with both floods and droughts affecting agricultural practices and the livelihoods of the local population.
The lift irrigation projects (LIPs) in the basin play a vital role in meeting the irrigation and drinking water needs of four districts. However, the lack of comprehensive data and understanding of these projects hampers efficient water management. Without accurate information on the command areas, pump house locations, waterways, and land use patterns, it becomes challenging to plan and allocate water resources effectively.
By mapping the LIPs and capturing essential data such as command areas and beneficiaries, our project aims to address this challenge. The mapping efforts will provide insights into the current status and functioning of these projects. This knowledge will contribute to better planning, resolution of water allocation disputes, and improved efficiency of water distribution systems.
Furthermore, mapping the LIPs will help identify areas where infrastructure development is required and highlight potential gaps in water supply and management. This information can aid decision-makers in prioritizing investments, implementing necessary improvements, and promoting sustainable water practices. By addressing the local challenge of inefficient water management, our project aims to enhance agricultural productivity, mitigate the impacts of climate change, and improve the overall well-being of communities in the Chalakudy River basin.
Describe your project
The "Command Area Mapping of Lift Irrigation Projects in Chalakudy River" project aims to comprehensively map and understand the lift irrigation projects (LIPs) in the Chalakudy River basin, Kerala, India. The Chalakudy River is the fifth longest river in Kerala, draining through multiple districts and serving as a crucial water source for irrigation and drinking water needs.
The project will focus on 20 out of 650 Important lift irrigation projects in the river basin. By capturing detailed information such as the command areas, pump house locations and features, waterways, land use, and beneficiary data, we aim to create a comprehensive and accurate database of these projects.
Through field visits and engagement with project stakeholders and local communities, we will gather primary data and verify the information collected. Using OpenStreetMap as our primary mapping platform, we will input the data to create detailed maps that spatially represent the lift irrigation projects and their associated infrastructure.
The project's objectives include identifying the command areas and beneficiaries of each lift irrigation project, determining the locations and features of pump houses and waterways, and collecting data on land use patterns within the command areas. By mapping and documenting these aspects, we aim to improve water management, enhance planning efforts, and promote the efficient utilization of water resources in the basin.
The project's outcomes will be disseminated through workshops, seminars, and online platforms, creating awareness and promoting the utilization of the mapped information. By addressing the local challenges of inefficient water management and climate change impacts, our project seeks to contribute to sustainable development, agricultural productivity, and the overall well-being of communities in the Chalakudy River basin.
Describe your sustainability plan
Our sustainability plan includes capacity building, collaboration with government agencies, data sharing, documentation, community engagement, and long-term monitoring. These measures ensure the project's long-term impact and utilization, benefiting water resource management, agriculture, and sustainable development in the region.
What are your community-defined project goals, and how do you define project success?
20 Sites Will Map. Expecting 30 New Mappers will Trained. The Generated Data Handover to Stake Holders.
List the tools you intend to use during your project and why
JSOM, OSM Tracker, ID, Qgis
Local medias, Press, Social Media,Programs in Collages.
Partnerships
River Research Center, Farmer Associations, Local Self Goverments
Describe who will use your data
River Research Center, Farmer Associations, Local Self Goverments
Describe any other partnerships and collaborations you plan to mobilise or establish for the purpose of the project
In this section, please describe any additional partners you might be working with. If there are no additional partners (beyond the data user) this must be stated here. We recommend your response be a minimum of 200 words and a maximum of 400 words.
Expansion
Our project aims to actively engage and train a minimum of 30 new mappers from the local community. They will be involved in data collection, mapping activities, and community outreach programs. Our plan includes ongoing engagement by organizing regular workshops, knowledge sharing sessions, and fostering collaborations with local stakeholders beyond the grant period.
Project plan and budget
Priority will be given to applications that collaborate with other OSM communities in the region. This can be country-specific or regional and can include collaboration with Youth Mappers Chapters, or members of the HOT community to help with training, validation (as examples). For support in sourcing collaborators, email microgrants@hotosm.org.
Budget breakdown
| No | Programs | Total cost for budget Program (In INR) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Initial Meeting | 5000 |
| 2 | 2 Day Workshop | 20000 |
| 3 | Field Mapping (20 Sites) | 50000 |
| 4 | Arm Chair Mapping | 10000 |
| 5 | Map Generating | 10000 |
| 6 | Other | 5000 |
| Total | 100000 |
Project plan
| Activity | July 25 | Aug 25 | Sep 25 | Oct 25 | Nov 25 | Dec 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Field Visit of Targetted Projects | ✅︎ | |||||
| Initial Meeting | ✅︎ | |||||
| 2 Day Workshop | ✅︎ | |||||
| Field Mapping (20 Sites) | ✅︎ | ✅︎ | ||||
| Arm Chair Mapping | ✅︎ | |||||
| Map Generating | ✅︎ |
Declaration
By submitting this form to OpenStreetMap Kerala Team, you certify the information contained in this application is correct, and that if you are awarded a grant, you will use it only for the purposes described above. You will provide written documentation and receipts for all of your expenses to Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team to demonstrate this. You understand that the decisions made by the Booster Grant facilitation committee are final.
Rajaneesh P
--Rajaneeshp (talk) 19:24, 16 June 2023 (UTC)
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