Tamil Nadu Budget Revives Plans to Restore Chennai Rivers

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Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson said the government would restore the Cooum and Adyar rivers to their natural state. The plan includes global tenders and detailed reports, with the aim of making the rivers clean enough for boat rides. Reports for both projects are being prepared, while some Adyar works have been completed.

The budget retained the ₹3,108-crore Ring Main Pipeline project, planned for completion by 2030-31. It will connect Chennai’s major drinking water sources and distribution points. The government also announced ₹150 crore for the Cauvery, Vaigai and Gundar linking project, and ₹50 crore for reports on other proposed links.

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River restoration could improve Chennai’s environment and water management, but similar promises have faced delays in the past. Comparisons with projects in Seoul and Singapore set a high public expectation, although the source gives few details on costs, timelines or pollution control. The feasibility reports and tender process should clarify whether boatable rivers are a realistic and measurable goal.

Source: thehindu.com

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