Rejuvenation of irrigation channels, ponds to begin in Tamil Nadu under VB-G RAM G scheme
The Tamil Nadu government is launching a massive rejuvenation project for over 10,000 irrigation channels and 809 ponds to prepare for the upcoming northeast monsoon. The initiative, funded under the VB-G RAM G scheme, aims to improve water storage, groundwater levels, and flood control across 37 districts.
Why it matters
This project is a critical infrastructure effort to mitigate flood risks and enhance agricultural water security in a region highly dependent on seasonal rainfall.
As part of the preparedness for the northeast monsoon, the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department will begin rejuvenation of 10,185 irrigation channels and 809 ponds across Tamil Nadu, starting on Monday (August 17, 2026).
The rejuvenation works will be taken up under the Viksit Bharat – Gramin Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G) scheme . According to sources, desilting of water bodies and irrigation channels ahead of the northeast monsoon will help store rainwater to its capacity, raise the groundwater table and improve irrigation facilities for agriculture. Further, it will help flood control during periods of heavy rainfall.
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