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Mettur Dam to be opened for irrigation on traditional date of June 12 : Minister

Chennai, Apr 25 (UNI) In a announcement that wouod bring smiles in the faces of the farmers,
Tamil Nadu Water Resources Minister Duraimurugan on Friday announced in the State Assembly
that the sluice gates of the Mettur Dam will be opened for irrigation on the traditional date of
June 12.
The announcement marks a crucial step in ensuring timely water supply for the kuruvai paddy
cultivation in the Cauvery delta districts.
Water from the Mettur dam is the lifeline for farmers in the delta region to cultivate their crops.
As part of the preparations, the Minister said desilting works across 12 districts, spanning
5,021 km of irrigation canals, have been planned and are already in progress.
"Under the special dredging project, a sum of Rs 98 crore has been allocated. The desilting
operations are on and are expected to be completed by the end of May,” Mr Duraimurugan
said.
The timely opening of the dam is vital for thousands of farmers who depend on the Cauvery
water for their crops, especially in the delta region.
The government’s early preparation and allocation of funds aim to ensure smooth water flow
through canals once the dam is opened.
The Mettur Dam, built across the Cauvery River, is a lifeline for agricultural activities in central
and southern Tamil Nadu.
The June 12 opening aligns with the state’s long-standing tradition of releasing water on that
date, provided there is adequate storage.
With the desilting operations in full swing and the government’s assurance of completing them
by May-end, the announcement comes as a welcome relief to farmers eagerly awaiting the
seasonal water release.
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