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Punjab Irrigation and Drainage Authority (Pilot Farmers Organisations) Rules, 1999.

Country/Territory
Pakistan
Territorial subdivision
Punjab
Document type
Regulation
Date
1999
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Water
Keyword
Water users' associations Water supply Drainage/land reclamation Irrigation Dispute settlement
Geographical area
Asia, Southern Asia
Abstract

The Act, here partly implemented, makes provision for a new administration of irrigation and drainage management in Punjab. In section 14 power is given to the Government to establish so-called Farmers' Organizations. These Rules provide for matters affecting such Organizations such as its constitution, its by-laws, jurisdiction, its functions, membership, elections, etc. The Organization shall manage irrigation systems in a defined area, collect water fees, and settle disputes relating to water

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References - Legislation

Implements

Punjab Irrigation and Drainage Authority Act, 1997 (No. XI of 1997).

Legislation | Pakistan | 1997

Keyword: Basic legislation, Institution, Water supply, Drainage/land reclamation, Irrigation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX