‘Sajalam’ plan for Pothencode block underscores need to revive and protect local waterbodies
3 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Sajalam’ plan for Pothencode block underscores need to revive and protect local waterbodies

The Hindu  

A new report on water resources in the Pothencode block panchayat prepared by the Kerala State Land Use Board highlights a pressing need for the periodic renovation of canals, ponds and small streams with the active involvement of local communities. Prepared under the ‘Sajalam’ water resources management scheme, the report on Pothencode is the first of several planned by KSLUB for block panchayats in the ‘semi-critical’ list in terms of ground water extraction. Apart from being a comprehensive mapping project of water resources in the selected block panchayat, the report provides detailed insights into the topography, geomorphology, soil structure and series, rock types and land use patterns that have implications for waterbodies. Inaugurating the ‘Sajalam’ project in August last year, Water Resources Minister Roshy Augustine had described public participation vital in the management of water resources.

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In a first, Dharmadam constituency to prepare water budget
1 year, 3 months ago

In a first, Dharmadam constituency to prepare water budget

The Hindu  

In a ground-breaking initiative, the Dharmadam Assembly constituency has begun work on a water budget under a project named ‘Urava.’ It is for the first time that a constituency is preparing a water budget, which aims at ensuring sustainable water supply for various purposes while maintaining water resources. A workshop held in Vengad discussed ways to address geographical variations among …

Meloor draws up water security plan
7 years ago

Meloor draws up water security plan

Deccan Chronicle  

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