Water released from Pechiparai dam to benefit 79,000 acres of land in Kanniyakumari district
Tourism Minister S. Rajesh Kumar has initiated the release of water from the Pechiparai dam to support irrigation across 79,000 acres in the Kanniyakumari district. The water release, scheduled to last until February 2027, will support various crops including paddy, banana, and coconut.
Why it matters
This ensures agricultural stability and food security for thousands of farmers in the region by managing water resources for irrigation.
Tourism Minister S. Rajesh Kumar on Monday released water from Pechiparai dam for Kodhayar and Pattnankaal irrigation systems in Kanniyakumari district.
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