Special Category — MI TanksOpen for partnershipRef: CSR/CPC/MI/2026/003
Desilting of Kolathur Chetheri (MI Tank) — Karikili Panchayat
Taluk: Acharapakkam · Published 9 Sept 2026
Desilting of the Kolathur Chetheri minor irrigation tank at Kolathur Colony habitation, Karikili panchayat, Acharapakkam block (Maduranthakam sub division). The work covers removal of 5100 cubic metres of silt across a bund length of 870 metres through 17 desilting pits, restoring storage capacity for the 11.2 hectare tank (Survey No. 123) 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 | Acharapakkam |
| Panchayat | Karikili |
| Habitation | Kolathur Colony |
| Name of MI tank | Kolathur Chetheri |
| Extent of MI tank | 11.2 ha |
| Survey number | 123 |
| Bund length | 870 m |
| Quantity of earthwork | 5100 m³ |
| Number of pits | 17 |
| Estimated amount | ₹5,40,000 |
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.