Special Category — MI TanksOpen for partnershipRef: CSR/CPC/MI/2026/018
Desilting of Illedu Chetheri (MI Tank) — Chunambedu Panchayat
Taluk: Chithamur · Published 9 Sept 2026
Desilting of the Illedu Chetheri minor irrigation tank at Illedu habitation, Chunambedu panchayat, Chithamur block (Maduranthakam sub division). The work covers removal of 9000 cubic metres of silt across a bund length of 750 metres through 15 desilting pits, restoring storage capacity for the 24.71 hectare tank (Survey No. 205/1) and strengthening groundwater recharge for surrounding farmland. Listed in the Chengalpattu District MI tank CSR eligibility list dated 31 August 2026.
Minor irrigation tank particulars
As per the MI tank CSR eligibility list dated 31 Aug 2026
| Subdivision | Maduranthakam |
|---|---|
| Block | Chithamur |
| Panchayat | Chunambedu |
| Habitation | Illedu |
| Name of MI tank | Illedu Chetheri |
| Extent of MI tank | 24.71 ha |
| Survey number | 205/1 |
| Bund length | 750 m |
| Quantity of earthwork | 9000 m³ |
| Number of pits | 15 |
| Estimated amount | ₹8,49,000 |
Photographs from the field
Weekly progress reports
Work has not started on this initiative yet. Once it does, the Collectorate will publish progress here every week.