Ratings for the First Phase of Modernization of Rani Jamara Kulariya Irrigation Scheme Project for Nepal were as follows: outcomes were moderately satisfactory, Bank performance was satisfactory, and monitoring and evaluation quality was modest.
... See More + Some lessons learned included: The proper phasing of activities investments were designed based on the insight from the implementation of many irrigation projects that a focus solely on irrigation infrastructure (off- or onfarm) for improving water delivery and management may not achieve much in terms of higher-level outcomes; Focus on gender and social inclusion; addressing climate risks.
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Implementation Completion and Results Report ICR4400 MAR 29, 2018
The development objective of Hydromet and DRM Services Project is to strengthen Pakistan’s public-sector delivery of reliable and timely hydro-meteorological and disaster risk management services to user departments and communities.
... See More + Some of the negative impacts include: (i) the project sites MMC and AWS may require clearing of vegetation for site clearing; (ii) the sub-project site is in Zone 3 prone to natural disasters including earthquakes; (iii) there will be an increase in infrastructure utilities or resource consumption due to construction work; (iv) project activities associated with construction may increase the ambient air quality and noise levels of the at the sub-project sites; (v) improper solid waste disposal can result in increased air pollution through burning of waste, vector borne diseases, contamination of water sources and ambient aesthetics for surrounding communities; (vi) use of heavy machinery and handling of chemicals by workers can result in health impacts and accidents; (vii) there is also a potential for contamination of soil via runoff from construction activities including oil spills, construction material, dredged / spoil materials and construction waste; (viii) the construction activities at sub-project sites will cause impact on air quality, cement mixers (Batch Plant), movement of the machinery, generators soil excavation, construction vehicles, is likely to generate dust and exhaust emissions; (ix) construction activities require a large amount of water that may reduce the availability of water in residing area; (x) during construction phase, solid waste can be generated from discarded equipment parts, scrap metals, equipment boxes, wood parts, empty bags, and leftover construction debris; (xi) emissions and noise from the site may impact the health of residing communities; (xii) excavation work during construction may result in the uncovering of ancient sites or artifacts; and (xiii) there will be an increase in electricity, water, natural gas and fuel consumption as the sub-project is likely to hire staff. Some of the mitigation measures include: (i) incorporate technical design measures to minimize unnecessary removal of trees and vegetative cover; (ii) the building design will be earthquake resistant according to Building Codes of Pakistan with Seismic provision and international best practices to avoid damage caused by earthquake; (iii) international best practice will be engaged for design provisions to be followed for water, electricity and natural gas conservation; (iv) air quality and noise level baselines will be established to enable monitoring during construction phase; (v) solid waste collection, segregation, storage and disposal will be carried out for waste generated; (vi) machinery and vehicles will be operated at designated routes to avoid traffic congestion, control emissions; (vii) open burning of solid waste from the construction site should be strictly banned; (viii) all washing water used by the batch plant and storm water will be collected and stored and recycled for re-use; (ix) prohibit washing of machinery and vehicles in surface waters; (x) use of noise barriers in locations next to schools; (xi) set appropriate speed limits to avoid accidents; (xii) fire safety and emergency response trainings will be conducted; and (xiii) construction staff will be trained and informed on identifying the evidence of archaeological/historic remains.
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Access to and usage of payment services are important objectives within private and public sector efforts to enhance financial inclusion. Electronic payments (often now also referred to as "digital payments") can, at scale, provide a cost-effective means to facilitate economic activity of all kinds in the economy.
... See More + Electronic payments can also provide for more efficient and cost-effective access to other financial services, including loans, savings, and insurance. Retailers and their suppliers can play an important role in expanding use of electronic payments and encouraging their further adoption by consumers. Nevertheless, despite innovations in retail and business-to-business (B2B) payment services, uptake by traditional retailers remains limited. Payment services may need to be better adapted to the circumstances and business operations of traditional retailers and their suppliers as well as consumers. This guidance note has been prepared to inform policy makers and service providers about the business payment and related financial services needs of traditional retailers and their suppliers and the implications for payments systems strategy.
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The objectives of the Second phase of Modernization of Rani Jamar Kulariya Irrigation Scheme Project for Nepal are to improve irrigation services and to promote improved farming practices for farmers in the irrigated areas of the Rani Jamara Kulariya Irrigation Scheme.
... See More + There are three components to the project, the first component being scheme modernization. Component one will support the construction and modernization of the lower-order irrigation infrastructure, including the sub-branch canals, tertiary canals, and watercourses. The activities will include design and execution of irrigation and drainage subsystems below the branch canals and down to the field outlet levels, including not only the irrigation subsystems but also related river training and flood protection works, collector and tertiary drains, and control structures. The second component is the strengthening WUAs/WUCs and agricultural production support. This component includes two subcomponents: strengthening WUAs/WUCs; and agricultural Production Support. Finally, the third component is the project management. Component three will support activities to ensure effective project management, including fiduciary and safeguards management and monitoring and evaluation (M&E). This component will also finance the preparation of a potential future Phase 3 to cover the RJK-Lamki extension.
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