Special Category — MI TanksOpen for partnershipRef: CSR/CPC/MI/2026/019
Desilting of Siruvilambakkam Periya Eri (MI Tank) — Nergunam Panchayat
Taluk: Chithamur · Published 9 Sept 2026
Desilting of the Siruvilambakkam Periya Eri minor irrigation tank at Siruvilambakkam habitation, Nergunam panchayat, Chithamur block (Maduranthakam sub division). The work covers removal of 6250 cubic metres of silt across a bund length of 900 metres through 10 desilting pits, restoring storage capacity for the 19.26 hectare tank (Survey No. 36/2) 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 | Nergunam |
| Habitation | Siruvilambakkam |
| Name of MI tank | Siruvilambakkam Periya Eri |
| Extent of MI tank | 19.26 ha |
| Survey number | 36/2 |
| Bund length | 900 m |
| Quantity of earthwork | 6250 m³ |
| Number of pits | 10 |
| Estimated amount | ₹6,75,000 |
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.