Major renovations planned for 174-year-old Dowleswaram barrage
The Andhra Pradesh government is launching a 150-crore renovation project for the 174-year-old Dowleswaram Barrage, which includes replacing 117 gates. The project aims to ensure the structural stability of the world heritage irrigation site and secure water supply for the Godavari delta.
Renovation of the 174-year-old Dowleswaram Barrage, in East Godavari district, named after British General Sir Arthur Cotton, is scheduled to begin next week, with the replacement of 117 gates as part of efforts to protect the world heritage irrigation structure. The barrage irrigates nearly 10 lakh acres and guarantees drinking water to the entire Godavari delta in Andhra Pradesh.
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