Tiruchi Corporation extends deadline for commissioning UGD project
Tiruchi Corporation has extended the deadline for its underground drainage (UGD) project to September to ensure all systems are fully operational. Officials are currently conducting trial runs and cleaning manholes to prevent future blockages.
Why it matters
Infrastructure delays in urban sanitation projects directly impact public health and the quality of life for city residents.
Tiruchi Corporation has once again extended the deadline for commissioning Phases II and III of its underground drainage (UGD) project, with officials now expecting to put the systems into operation by September.
According to officials, preparatory works are under way to ensure that the sewer network functions smoothly after commissioning. Manholes are being cleaned of accumulated rainwater, gravel and silt to prevent clogging and blockages in sewer lines. Damaged manholes are also being repaired, while blockages in the newly laid sewer network are being cleared.
“All lifting stations and pumping stations are being checked, and trial runs are being conducted. This is a huge project covering almost the entire city, and we want to ensure that everything is in proper working condition before commissioning,” said Veer Pratap Singh, Corporation Commissioner.
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