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Noyyal near Perur breathes again as layers of waste removed from riverbed
A stretch of the Noyyal river near Perur was restored through a joint effort by Siruthuli and the Water Resources Department (WRD). The work began in January 2026 and covered about 2 km between Perur Padithurai and Kurichi anaicut, involving desiltation, bund restoration, and embankment strengthening to improve water flow.
Why It Matters
The restoration improves river health and water management for the local area. It also showcases collaboration between a civil society group and a government agency to address environmental degradation.
Timeline
2 Events
Restoration completed along 2 km stretch
April 29, 2026
The restoration covered nearly 2 km between Perur Padithurai and Kurichi anaicut, and entailed desilting the riverbed, restoring bunds to their original dimensions and strengthening embankments to improve water flow.
Initiation of restoration work
January 2026
The restoration work on the Noyyal riverbed near Perur began in January 2026 as a joint effort by Siruthuli and the Water Resources Department (WRD).