Collector reviews flood mitigation works in Cuddalore
Cuddalore Collector Sibi Adhithya Senthil Kumar inspected ongoing flood mitigation projects, including riverbank strengthening and check dam construction. These infrastructure works aim to protect local villages and agricultural lands from flooding while improving groundwater recharge.
Why it matters
Infrastructure investment in flood-prone regions is critical for climate adaptation and protecting local livelihoods in India.
Collector reviews flood mitigation works in Cuddalore - with pix left Collector Sibi Adhithya Senthil Kumar inspecting the work to strengthen the embankments of the Thenpennai river at Gundu Uppalavadi near Cuddalore on Monday. Special Arrangement https://th-i.thgim.com/public/news/national/tamil-nadu/rhirwx/article71605102.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/image.jpg CUDDALORE Cuddalore Collector Sibi Adhithya Senthil Kumar inspected flood mitigation works being undertaken by the Water Resources Department (WRD) along the Thenpennai and Gedilam rivers in Cuddalore and Panruti taluks on Monday. He directed officials to ensure quality and expedite the works. According to a press release, the Collector inspected the work on strengthening the banks of the Thenpennai river to protect low-lying areas, including Manjakuppam, Gundu Uppalavadi, Kandakadu, Periyakanganakuppam, Utchimedu, Nanamedu and Uppalavadi. The work is being executed at a cost of ₹57 crore. The project includes strengthening of the riverbank.
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