District Collector announces water management initiatives for Mayiladuthurai

Mayiladuthurai District Collector AP Mahabarathi announced several major initiatives to improve water management in the district.

Mr. Mahabharathi outlined plans to fill Perunthottam Lake, Thiruvali Lake and 2,000 ponds in rural areas during a meeting with the District Collectors and Chief Minister M.K.Stalin. The initiative is aimed at efficient use of water for the benefit of Kuruvai rice fields, ensuring sustainable water use.

Moreover, the water release is expected to increase the groundwater levels in the district, which will benefit agricultural activities and rural water sources. The Collector assured that steps would be taken to recharge the ponds in rural areas.

Alarm signal sounded

Later in a press release, Mr. Mahabharathi said that since the Mettur Dam is expected to reach its full level, excess water will be released from the dam. Therefore, residents living along the banks of the Kollidam River and those in the riverbed area are advised to shift to safe locations.

The Collector urged the public to avoid activities like bathing, allowing children to enter the river, fishing, taking selfies and driving cattle through the water when high water levels are released in the Kollidam. He sought the cooperation of the public to ensure safety and efficient water management during this period.