Parliamentary panel directs AP to complete Polavaram project expeditiously

VIJAYAWADA: The Parliamentary Standing Committee of the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti, headed by Rajiv Pratap Rudy, has directed the Andhra Pradesh water resources authorities involved in the execution of the Polavaram irrigation project to expedite the works, warning that lapses in its execution will not be tolerated.

The panel, led by Rajiv Pratap Rudy, reviewed the progress of the project and inquired about the status of various components at Polavaram in Eluru district on Saturday. The members questioned the reasons for delays in executing some components and sought details regarding the functioning of other agencies such as the Polavaram Project Authority. The committee also enquired whether the Central Water Commission was providing timely clearances for different components of the project.

Additionally, the panel discussed Odisha’s complaint about the potential submergence of its areas due to the project’s backwaters.

The members expressed their intent to review the project’s progress every three months and emphasised the need for swift execution. They assured full support and pledged to address any issues hindering the project’s completion.

Later, the panel members inspected the project works following the conclusion of the review meeting.