Parichha Weir Named World Heritage Irrigation Structure
Why in the news
The International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage has recognised an old Uttar Pradesh weir as a heritage irrigation asset.
Key facts
- Recognised structure: Parichha Weir, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, roughly 140 years old.
- Awarding body: International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID).
- Serves as headworks of the Betwa Canal System (2,654 km).
- Command area: 4,28,360 ha, spread over five UP and MP districts.
Indian structures selected
| Structure | State |
|---|---|
| Parichha Weir | Uttar Pradesh |
| Ashti Medium Project | Maharashtra |
| Chhapawara Dam | Rajasthan |
| Pechiparai Dam | Tamil Nadu |
Award details
- Presentation: October 2026, Marseille, France.
Exam angle
- Body: ICID; structure: Parichha Weir at Jhansi.
- Canal system: Betwa, 2,654 km.
- Venue of presentation: Marseille, France, October 2026.