Published Aug 23, 2023
As of August 12, 2023, there are 6903 canals in India. Notable among them are the Indira Gandhi Canal, Buckingham Canal, Upper Ganges Canal, Sutlej Yamuna Link Canal and Sharda Canal.
India's longest canal, Indira Gandhi Canal, spans 649 km and is a global irrigation marvel. It stretches across Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan, gracing the Thar Desert.
From Vijayawada to Tamil Nadu's Villupuram District, the Buckingham Canal is India's second longest at 421.55 km. It links key water bodies like Krishna River and Chennai Port.
The Upper Ganges Canal is central to the Ganges Canal system, stretching from Haridwar to Aligarh district via Meerut. Spanning 1412 km, this canal waters the Doab region of India.
The Sutlej Yamuna Link Canal is a significant venture joining Sutlej and Yamuna rivers, spanning 214 km. It creates vital trade routes. It's 90% complete, with the final 10% pending.
Sharda Canal is the longest canal in Uttar Pradesh, connected to various branches, forming an extensive canal network. Found in Pilibhit district, and it stretches 938 Km.