Special Category — MI TanksOpen for partnershipRef: CSR/CPC/MI/2026/041
Desilting of Achukuttai Thangal Eri (MI Tank) — Amanambakkam Panchayat
Taluk: Thirukazhukundram · Published 9 Sept 2026
Desilting of the Achukuttai Thangal Eri minor irrigation tank at Amanambakkam habitation, Amanambakkam panchayat, Thirukazhukundram block (Kattankolathur sub division). The work covers removal of 3695 cubic metres of silt across a bund length of 300 metres through 3 desilting pits, restoring storage capacity for the 12.38 hectare tank (Survey No. 81) 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 | Kattankolathur |
|---|---|
| Block | Thirukazhukundram |
| Panchayat | Amanambakkam |
| Habitation | Amanambakkam |
| Name of MI tank | Achukuttai Thangal Eri |
| Extent of MI tank | 12.38 ha |
| Survey number | 81 |
| Bund length | 300 m |
| Quantity of earthwork | 3695 m³ |
| Number of pits | 3 |
| Estimated amount | ₹3,60,000 |
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.