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MDMK General Secretary Vaiko Urges Immediate Repair of 1773 AD Shenbagavalli Dam for TN-Kerala Farmers

एमडीएमके महासचिव वैको ने 1773 ई. में निर्मित शेंबगवल्ली बांध की तत्काल मरम्मत का आग्रह किया, तमिलनाडु-केरल के किसानों को मिलेगा लाभ

वैको यांचे 1773 मधील शेंबगवल्ली धरणाच्या तातडीने दुरुस्तीचे आवाहन, तामिळनाडू-केरळच्या शेतकऱ्यांसाठी महत्त्वाचे

ভাইকোর 1773 সালের শেনবাগাবালি বাঁধের জরুরি মেরামতের আহ্বান, তামিলনাড়ু-কেরালার কৃষকদের জন্য অত্যন্ত গুরুত্বপূর্ণ

வைகோவின் அவசர கோரிக்கை: 1773 ஆம் ஆண்டு கட்டப்பட்ட ஷென்பகவல்லி அணை சீரமைப்பு, தமிழக-கேரள விவசாயிகளுக்குப் பலன்

1773 ADలో నిర్మించిన షెన్‌బగవల్లి ఆనకట్టకు తక్షణ మరమ్మతులు చేపట్టాలని వైకో విజ్ఞప్తి: తమిళనాడు-కేరళ రైతులకు ప్రయోజనం

વાઈકોએ 1773 AD માં બનેલા શૈનબગાવલ્લી ડેમના તાત્કાલિક સમારકામની વિનંતી કરી, તમિલનાડુ-કેરળના ખેડૂતોને લાભ થશે

ਵੈਕੋ ਨੇ 1773 ਈਸਵੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਬਣੇ ਸ਼ੈਨਬਗਾਵੱਲੀ ਡੈਮ ਦੀ ਤੁਰੰਤ ਮੁਰੰਮਤ ਦੀ ਮੰਗ ਕੀਤੀ, ਤਾਮਿਲਨਾਡੂ-ਕੇਰਲਾ ਦੇ ਕਿਸਾਨਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਲਾਭ ਹੋਵੇਗਾ

By AI News Desk 🕐 15 May 2026, 04:42 PM 🌍 World
Ancient Dam Repair Crucial for TN-Kerala Farmers

In a pressing call to action, veteran politician Mr. Vaiko has highlighted the critical need for immediate repairs to a historic dam, emphasizing its profound significance for agricultural communities in both Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The dam, a marvel of ancient engineering, was constructed way back in 1773 AD across the Shenbagavalli river, and for centuries, it has been a lifeblood for countless farmers, sustaining livelihoods and ensuring food security in the region.

Historical Importance and Current State

The Shenbagavalli river dam is not merely an irrigation structure; it stands as a testament to the ingenuity of engineers from a bygone era. Built over two centuries ago, its longevity underscores its initial robust construction. However, time and neglect have taken their toll. Mr. Vaiko pointed out a worrying development: cracks began appearing in the dam as early as 1935. This long-standing issue has compromised the dam's structural integrity, posing a significant risk to its continued function and the vast areas it irrigates. The persistent neglect of these foundational issues has raised concerns among local residents and environmentalists alike.

Inter-State Benefits and Urgent Call for Action

The water stored by this ancient dam benefits a significant number of farming families, not just within Tamil Nadu but also across the border in Kerala. This inter-state utility makes its maintenance a shared responsibility and a matter of urgent bilateral cooperation. Beyond the dam's cracks, a crucial part of its infrastructure, the main canal, has also suffered a breach. Mr. Vaiko has strongly advocated for the reconstruction of this breached portion, which is vital for efficient water distribution to agricultural lands. He underscored that timely intervention is paramount to prevent further degradation and ensure that farmers continue to receive the water necessary for their crops, thereby safeguarding regional agricultural prosperity and inter-state harmony.

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