Special Category — MI TanksOpen for partnershipRef: CSR/CPC/MI/2026/020
Desilting of Thottikuppam Chitheri (MI Tank) — Parukal Panchayat
Taluk: Chithamur · Published 9 Sept 2026
Desilting of the Thottikuppam Chitheri minor irrigation tank at Thottikuppam habitation, Parukal panchayat, Chithamur block (Maduranthakam sub division). The work covers removal of 4375 cubic metres of silt across a bund length of 665 metres through 7 desilting pits, restoring storage capacity for the 21.06 hectare tank (Survey No. 34) 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 | Parukal |
| Habitation | Thottikuppam |
| Name of MI tank | Thottikuppam Chitheri |
| Extent of MI tank | 21.06 ha |
| Survey number | 34 |
| Bund length | 665 m |
| Quantity of earthwork | 4375 m³ |
| Number of pits | 7 |
| Estimated amount | ₹4,82,000 |
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.