In a significant development, the extensive repair and maintenance work on the Tillari main gate has been completed, marking a pivotal moment for the Tillari Inter-State Irrigation Project that supplies water to Goa. After a 30-day closure for essential repairs, raw water is now flowing into Goa, signalling the end of water supply disruptions that have affected North Goa.
The Tillari canals, integral to the water supply infrastructure, were closed for repairs and annual maintenance from November 27. Delays were further incurred when a technical fault at the gate on December 23 hampered water pumping from Tillari Canal to Goa. Notably, these canals, now 30 years old, underwent a comprehensive maintenance effort initiated by the Maharashtra government.
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The decision to undertake this significant maintenance and repair work was made during the sixth meeting of the Control Board of the Tilari Inter-State Dam Project in June. An approved expenditure of Rs 330 crore was allocated for the revival of the Tillari canals, addressing the persistent challenges faced by the Maharashtra and Goa regions.
This undertaking was crucial to rectify the frequent breaches reported in the Tillari canals over the last couple of years. Both the left and right bank canals were shut down for maintenance and repair, a monumental effort considering it was the first time in 22 years that such extensive repair work was initiated.
The completion of these repairs not only signifies the end of a 30-day canal closure but also holds the promise of resolving the water supply issues that have plagued residents from various parts of North Goa. With the Tillari canals resuming normal operations, the water supply is expected to stabilize in the coming days, bringing relief to the affected areas.
