Water Resources Department
Reservoir levels, dams (Mettur), canal desilting, irrigation water release, and water body conservation.
Water Release from Thamirabarani Reservoirs for Kar Season Cultivation
The Tamil Nadu Government has ordered the release of water from Papanasam, Servalar, and Manimuthar reservoirs for 121 days to benefit 36,521 acres for 'Kar' season cultivation in Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi districts.
Water Release for Irrigation in Tiruppur District under Parambikulam Aliyar Project
The Tamil Nadu Government has approved the extension of the irrigation period and release of water from Thirumoorthy Dam for 94,521 acres in Tiruppur district for 36 days under the Parambikulam Aliyar Project, as per the Chief Minister's orders.
Minister R. Vinoth inspects water hyacinth removal and canal desilting works in Thanjavur district.
Hon'ble Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Thiru. R. Vinoth, inspected the ongoing work of removing water hyacinths from the Arasalar water body and desilting C and D branch canals in Mulamalai village, Kumbakonam taluk, Thanjavur district, on June 6, 2026.
Minister N. Anand inspects new drinking water reservoir project in Chengalpattu district
Minister N. Anand inspected the ongoing construction of a new drinking water reservoir project in Chengalpattu district, valued at ₹342.60 crore, which will supply 170 million liters of drinking water daily to Chennai. He instructed officials to complete the work swiftly and without compromising quality.
Minister N. Ananth Inspects Rural Development and Panchayat Schemes in Chengalpattu District
Honorable Minister for Rural Development and Water Resources, Thiru. N. Ananth, conducted a detailed inspection of various rural development and panchayat department schemes in Tiruporur Panchayat Union, Chengalpattu district. He reviewed office records, visited project sites, including a nursery farm, bio-gas project, and plastic waste management initiatives, and issued directives for expeditious and quality completion of projects.
Water Release for Kar Season Irrigation in Tirunelveli District
Tamil Nadu Government orders water release for Kar season irrigation from Papanasam, Servalaru, and Manimutharu reservoirs for 10265 acres under 4 canals of the Thamirabarani irrigation system in Tirunelveli district, from June 1, 2026, to October 2, 2026.
Water Release for Kanyakumari District Irrigation
The government has ordered the release of water from Pechiparai, Perunchani, Chittar I and II dams for Kothaiyaru and Pattanankal irrigation in Kanyakumari district from June 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027.
Honorable Minister for Rural Development and Water Resources, Mr. N. Anand, inspected the Urban Primary Health Centre under construction in Kodambakkam Ward 132.
Honorable Minister for Rural Development and Water Resources, Mr. N. Anand, conducted a surprise inspection of the Urban Primary Health Centre under construction in Kodambakkam Ward 132, Chennai, following public complaints about construction delays.
Flood Warning Issued Due to Water Release from Krishnagiri Dam
The Krishnagiri Dam is releasing surplus water, leading to a flood warning for residents along the Thenpennai River in Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, and Tiruvannamalai districts, advising them to move to safe places and avoid river activities.
51st Meeting of the Cauvery Water Management Authority
The 51st meeting of the Cauvery Water Management Authority was held in New Delhi. The Tamil Nadu member rejected Karnataka's claim on excess water and urged the Authority to ensure Tamil Nadu's due share at Billigundulu.
Consultation Meeting on T. Nagar Assembly Constituency Development Works and Projects - Instructions by Honorable Minister for Rural Development and Water Resources Thiru N. Anand
Honorable Minister for Rural Development and Water Resources, Thiru N. Anand, held a consultation meeting with department officials regarding development works and projects in the T. Nagar Assembly Constituency and provided important instructions.
Review Meeting of Water Resources Department Engineers Chaired by Hon'ble Minister Thiru. N. Anand
A review meeting of the Water Resources Department, chaired by Hon'ble Minister Thiru. N. Anand, emphasized expediting ongoing works, prioritizing public welfare schemes, and increasing women's participation in departmental projects.