Barind: A Paradigm of Sustainable Irrigation Management for Bangladesh and Beyond

Event: Asia Water Week 2013: Securing Water for All (Main Event)

Barind: A Paradigm of Sustainable Irrigation Management for Bangladesh and Beyond

13 March 2013

Author / Speaker:

Asaduz Zaman, Barind Multipurpose Development Authority - Email the author | Other materials by the author

Since rainfall is highly seasonal in the Barind region of Bangladesh, the Barind Multipurpose Development Authority introduced a sustainable irrigation system that resulted to livelihood improvements. Owing to its success, the Barind model of irrigation management is currently in the process of replication in other regions.

Geographical Focus:

Bangladesh

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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