Irrigation study centre needed to honour V.V. Deshpande: H.K. Patil

H.K. Patil, who previously held the portfolio of Irrigation Minister, has underscored the necessity of setting up a specialised study centre dedicated to V.V. Deshpande in North Karnataka. According to Patil, such an institution would serve as a fitting tribute to Deshpande's contributions to the region's development.

The proposed centre would undertake comprehensive research initiatives and extension activities pertaining to irrigation in North Karnataka. Patil has emphasized that the facility would help advance knowledge and practices in irrigation management across the drought-prone region.

The establishment of such a centre would facilitate systematic study of irrigation challenges specific to North Karnataka and develop sustainable solutions for water management. Through its research and outreach programmes, the institution could benefit farmers and agricultural communities dependent on irrigation infrastructure.

Patil's proposal reflects a broader recognition of the need for dedicated centres of excellence focusing on agricultural infrastructure and water resource management in regions that face persistent irrigation-related challenges. The initiative seeks to combine institutional research with practical extension services to address local agricultural needs.