This is a three-part series—register here to join the sessions.

This session introduces participants to the core principles of hydraulic design for irrigation networks using WaterGEMS. The webinar covers how to plan, design, and analyse both gravity based and pressurized irrigation systems to ensure equitable water delivery, optimal pipe sizing, and efficient demand management. Participants will gain practical insights into modern piped irrigation workflows commonly used in Indian lift irrigation schemes, micro irrigation systems, and canal to pipe modernization projects.

What you will learn: Overview of Indian irrigation infrastructure (lift irrigation projects, pressurized distribution networks, canal to pipe conversion). Demand estimation approaches based on crop patterns, duty, climate, and seasonal variations. Irrigation network planning principles (pipe routing, pressure zoning, command area structuring). Hydraulic design fundamentals (pipe sizing, pressure requirement analysis, and performance optimization).