Ghatal plan: State starts study to assess exact land requirement

AMID DRAINAGE LAYOUT CONCERNS

- SOUMITRA NANDI

KOLKATA: The state Irrigation and Waterways Department has launched a detailed study to assess the actual land requirement for implementing the Ghatal Master Plan, following the emergence of issues related to the drainage layout within the Ghatal municipality area.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee recently addressed the matter in the state Assembly, directing Irrigation and Waterways Minister Manas Bhunia to explore the feasibility of modifying the proposed route if land acquisition poses challenges.

She advised that land under human habitation should be avoided as far as possible, noting that relocating affected residents could lead to significant difficulties.