The basic objective of the programme is to minimize the adverse effects of drought on production of crops and livestock, water and human resources.
- The programme also aims to promote overall economic development and improving the socio-economic conditions of the resource poor and disadvantaged sections.
- This programme was initiated during fourth five year plan. ’
- It is emphasized on irrigation projects.
- Land development programmes, a forestation, grassland development. .
- Creation of basic rural infrastructure such as electricity, roads, market, credit and services.
