The book discusses the immediate outcome of recent reforms in the irrigation sector in Andhra Pradesh in India and critically evaluates the emerging trends. While drawing attention to the highly positive developments for streamlining the supply network of irrigation system in the state, it poses the question of financial and institutional sustainability of the reforms, ssues of productive, efficient and equitous water use are explored in light of these reforms. As one of the foremost publications in the area, the book promises to initiate a lively debate on a highly topical issue.