Tamil Nadu CM Reviews DPR for Cooum River Restoration Project

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin reviewed preparations of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Cooum river restoration initiative. The state government is advancing plans to invite global tenders to secure international technical expertise and standards for the project.

The Cooum, a major river in Chennai, has faced environmental degradation over the years. The restoration effort aims to rehabilitate the waterbody through comprehensive planning and modern engineering practices. By opening bidding to international firms, the government seeks to leverage best practices and advanced methodologies for the project's successful implementation.