The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Local body in Idukki tackles flood by clearing streams and culverts
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Sandeep Vellaram
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The Kumily panchayat in Idukki successfully prevented seasonal flooding by proactively clearing streams and desilting culverts. Local officials collaborated with highway authorities and took action against waste dumping to ensure effective water drainage.
While several local bodies across the State are grappling with waterlogging and severe flooding due to heavy rains, a local body in the hilly district of Idukki has successfully tackled its years-long flooding issue by proactively clearing streams and culverts.
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