The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Canal restoration to be expedited to curb waterlogging in Kochi
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The Hindu Bureau
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Kochi authorities are accelerating canal restoration and drainage cleaning projects under 'Operation Breakthrough' to mitigate urban waterlogging. The plan includes stricter enforcement against illegal waste dumping and single-use plastics.
In a bid to prevent waterlogging in the city, the restoration of various canals will be expedited. Restoration work on the Mullassery Canal will also resume on September 1 and is expected to be completed by March. The decisions were taken at a review meeting of ‘Operation Breakthrough’ chaired by District Collector G. Priyanka.
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