<h1>India Secures $100M Loan from New Development Bank for Rajasthan Water Project to Boost Canal Efficiency and Conservation.</h1> India has secured a USD 100 million loan from the New Development Bank for the Rajasthan Water Sector Restructuring Project in desert areas, as part of a larger USD 345 million financing facility. The project aims to rehabilitate the Indira Gandhi Canal system to prevent seepage, conserve water, and improve water use efficiency. It includes canal lining repairs, addressing waterlogged areas, modernizing irrigation management, and enhancing water supply. The six-year project will be implemented by the Rajasthan Water Resources Department. Agreements were signed by representatives from the Indian government, the New Development Bank, and the Rajasthan government.