Trial run of Chadchan lift irrigation project almost done

WITH the trial run of the Chadchan lift irrigation project of the district nearing completion, farmers are eagerly hoping to see the water reaching their farms soon to end their dependency on rain.

- FIROZ ROZINDAR @Vijayapura

Started in 2013 at an estimated cost of Rs 500 crore, the project, which is aimed at providing an irrigation facility to a 9,215-hectare area, has come to an end as a trial run is underway. Speaking to TNSE, Congress MLA Vithal Katakadonda of Nagathan reserved constituency under whic