Desilting of canals in Kumbakonam Corporation to begin soon: Minister Vinoth
Agriculture Minister Vinoth has announced that desilting work will soon commence for canals in Kumbakonam. During his inspection, he reviewed the condition of the Uzhavar Sandhai and various water channels.
Tamil Nadu Agriculture Minister Vinoth announced that desilting work for canals in the Kumbakonam Corporation area will begin soon. He conducted an inspection in Kumbakonam yesterday.
During the inspection, the minister pointed out deficiencies at the Uzhavar Sandhai near the bus stand, including substandard weighing machines, lack of adequate lighting, and sewage mixing issues. He ordered officials to submit an immediate report on these matters.
Having observed the encroachment of canals and the mixing of sewage, the minister instructed officials to prepare a detailed project report for desilting. He expressed optimism that these efforts would help raise the groundwater level.
Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai