Hyderabad, Oct. 11 -- Telangana Irrigation Minister Capt N. Uttam Kumar Reddy on Saturday directed officials concerned to fast-track the preparation of a revised Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Pranahita-Chevella project, prioritising the construction of a barrage at Tummidihatti for its revival. Chairing an extensive review meeting at the Dr B. R. Ambedkar Telangana Secretariat, Uttam examined the field observations submitted by officials who recently visited Tummidihatti and Sundilla, where detailed technical surveys are underway.
Officials explained that the original canal alignment and hydraulic structures remain largely intact and could be reused after minor rehabilitation.
They reported that the canal network, extending nearly...