| Project Detail |
OBJECTIVE
The objective is to improve the water carrying capacity and the irrigation efficiency of the Grand Anicut Canal System.
DESCRIPTION
The renovation and modernization of the Grand Anicut Canal system will be carried out through various interventions including lining the bed and side walls of the canal, repair / replacement of the water regulating structures, de-silting the tanks, and introduction of canal automation system. These interventions are expected to result in increased conveyance efficiency thereby increasing land under irrigation in the region and ensure equitable distribution of water to farmers based on the need (through the automation system) resulting in sustainable agricultural practices. The renovated structures will also reduce the instances of canal breaches and flooding of the towns and villages in the Cauvery Delta region. |
