The Indira Gandhi Canal Project is a major irrigation initiative in Rajasthan, India, initiated in 1980. It aims to supply water from the Sutlej River to the arid regions of western Rajasthan, particularly the Thar Desert.

The project includes a 650-km-long canal system that provides irrigation to approximately 3 million hectares of land, significantly enhancing agricultural productivity. It also supplies drinking water to various towns and villages along the canal route.

The project has transformed the landscape by enabling the cultivation of crops like wheat, mustard, and cotton, thus improving the livelihoods of local farmers. Despite its success, challenges remain regarding water management, sustainability, and equitable distribution, which need ongoing attention for long-term effectiveness.