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The Hindu
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CM orders release of water in Kanniyakumari district from June 8

Perunchani Dam on Friday. File photo (Source: THE HINDU)

Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Tuesday ordered the release of water for irrigation in Kanniyakumari district from June 8.

In a statement, Mr. Palaniswami said he has ordered the release of water from Pechipparai, Perunchani, Chittar Dam-I and Chittar Dam-II following representations from farmers.

He said water would be released between June 8 this year and February 28 next year. The Chief Miniter said the release would benefit cultivation of over 79,000 acre.

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