The Mettur Canal Irrigation Cess Act, 1953

The Mettur Canal Irrigation Cess Act, 1953

The Mettur Canal Irrigation Cess Act, 1953, establishes the legal framework for collecting a water fee or tax on lands receiving irrigation from the Mettur Canal. It applies to all landholders permitted by the state government to use water from this canal system, while explicitly exempting land that already possessed lawful rights to water from other government sources before the law took effect. This Act matters because it authorizes the government to generate revenue specifically dedicated to managing and maintaining critical canal infrastructure. By standardizing irrigation fees, it helps ensure fair water distribution and supports regional agricultural development.

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