New projects in pipeline to bolster water capacity in State

THE GOAN NETWORKPublished Apr 5, 2024, 1:18 AM IST

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WRD Minister Subhash Shirodkar informed that efforts are underway to address the issue of drinking water shortage through the construction of a barrage that will facilitate the flow of water from the Sal river.

He said this will augment the water supply by an additional 250 million litres per day (MLD) upon completion, which is expected by December 2025. Moreover, Shirodkar announced ongoing efforts to bolster water management infrastructure, including the construction of 50 to 60 new bhandaras, structures designed to support rivers near dams.

He also outlined plans for the development of new dams in strategic locations across the State, including Shiroda, Dharbandora, and Charavnem in Sattari, aimed at further enhancing water security for Goa.

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Water level in four dams drops below 50%

WRD minister says no cause for alarm, assures enough water till May end

THE GOAN NETWORK

Published Apr 5, 2024, 1:16 AM IST

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MAPUSAWater levels in four of the seven key dams in the State have dropped below 50 per cent.Data provided by the Water Resources Department (WRD) indicates that the water level in the Selaulim dam, which supplies water to much of South Goa, has decreased to 49 per cent, while the Anjunem reservoir, which serves Sattari and parts of Bicholim taluka, stands at 38 per cent.Similarly, the Amthane dam, supplying water to Bardez, Pernem, and parts of Bicholim, has seen its water…