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Time of India
13-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Siruvani dam seepage rectification awaits approval from Central Water and Power Research Station
Coimbatore corporation commissioner M Sivaguru Prabakaran inspect Siruvani dam along with Kerala irrigation department officials COIMBATORE: A pressure grouting method suggested to arrest the seepage on the Siruvani dam is awaiting approval of the Central Water and Power Research Station (CWPRS), Coimbatore corporation officials have said. Siruvani dam, situated in Kerala , is a major source of drinking water for Coimbatore city. Corporation commissioner M Sivaguru Prabakaran inspected the dam along with Kerala irrigation department officials on Thursday. A senior corporation official stated that regular maintenance work, including painting, lubricating the gates and other structural supervision, were being carried out at the dam. "It was a routine joint inspection to check the ongoing work and the water level at the dam. Besides, there were discussions on the progress of curbing the dam seepage. Earlier, the installation of a geomembrane material was suggested. Now it is suggested to go for a pressure grouting method to arrest the seepage. However, final approval from consultant CWPRS is required, and the corporation will be writing, requesting a joint inspection for the approval to proceed with grouting. " The dam's permissible seepage level exceeded over time as the diameter of the holes increased, leading to excess water loss. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo The official mentioned that it is doubtful if the suggested technique could be executed due to the dam's current water level. "The dam's water level is almost full due to recent rain, and we are unsure if the technique can be implemented, for which we are requesting final approval from the CWPRS," he said. According to official sources, the Siruvani dam's water level as on Friday was recorded at 38.74 feet against its full capacity of 49.53 feet. As per the dam safety officer's (DSO) instructions, water level is restricted to 44.61 feet. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Hindustan Times
07-06-2025
- Science
- Hindustan Times
CWPRS to celebrate 109th foundation day with exhibition on June 14
The Central Water and Power Research Station (CWPRS), a premier institution under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, will celebrate its 109th foundation day on June 14, 2025, with a public exhibition showcasing its research, infrastructure, and achievements in the water and power sectors. CWPRS director Dr Prabhat Chandra, while addressing a press conference on Friday, said the day will begin with a lecture on 'water governance' by DS Chaskar, chief engineer, National Water Academy, who will also be the chief guest. Founded in 1916, CWPRS has contributed to major national and international projects, including the Navi Mumbai Airport, Vadhvan Port, and the ongoing Kalpasar project. Dr Chandra added, 'Currently, about fifty small and big dams are under construction on the Indus, Chenab and Jhelum rivers, some of which have been completed, and some are in progress.'
