<h1>India and ADB Sign $50M Loan for Climate-Adaptive Water Project in Meghalaya, Boosting Irrigation and Sustainability.</h1> The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $50 million loan agreement for a climate-adaptive water harvesting project in Meghalaya. The project aims to construct 532 small water-storage facilities across 12 districts, develop 3,000 hectares for irrigation, and establish 50 weather stations for climate monitoring. It aligns with the Meghalaya State Water Policy 2019, promoting sustainable water resource management. The initiative will also pilot renewable energy micro-hydropower and enhance local capacity in water management. Additionally, it will train farmers, particularly women, in improved agricultural techniques to boost productivity.