AN ANALYSIS OF THE IRRIGATION INFRASTRUCTURE IN SAMARKAND PROVINCE AT THE TURN OF THE 20TH CENTURY

Аннотация

At the outset of the 20th century, the Soviet government, driven by pertinent political and economic objectives, commenced the implementation of a policy aimed at the development of the irrigation system and the construction of reclamation facilities in Uzbekistan. Consequently, to optimize the utilization of irrigated lands within the republic, efforts were made to enhance the mechanization of agricultural operations, consolidate small irrigation areas, emphasize the leveling of irrigation territories, and expand the scope of irrigation and reclamation activities. KEYWORDS During the years of Soviet rule, the advancement of Uzbekistan's water economy was bolstered with a focus on the interests of cotton cultivation, accompanied by a gradual augmentation in funding allocation for land reclamation efforts. This initiative was extensively carried out in the Samarkand region, renowned as a pivotal hub for cotton production.