Special Category — MI TanksOpen for partnershipRef: CSR/CPC/MI/2026/002
Desilting of Kadambur Periya Eri (MI Tank) — Kadambur Panchayat
Taluk: Acharapakkam · Published 9 Sept 2026
Desilting of the Kadambur Periya Eri minor irrigation tank at Kadambur habitation, Kadambur panchayat, Acharapakkam block (Maduranthakam sub division). The work covers removal of 5400 cubic metres of silt across a bund length of 920 metres through 18 desilting pits, restoring storage capacity for the 14.2 hectare tank (Survey No. 155) 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 | Kadambur |
| Habitation | Kadambur |
| Name of MI tank | Kadambur Periya Eri |
| Extent of MI tank | 14.2 ha |
| Survey number | 155 |
| Bund length | 920 m |
| Quantity of earthwork | 5400 m³ |
| Number of pits | 18 |
| Estimated amount | ₹5,70,000 |
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.