Vijayawada: Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan has launched an initiative to modernise village tanks across Andhra Pradesh to improve irrigation, conserve water and support rural development.
Under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana, 105 tanks are being upgraded at a cost of Rs 50 crore. So far, 26 tanks have been revitalised across Anantapur, Palnadu, Chittoor, Kurnool, Nellore, Kakinada and Guntur districts.
The project includes strengthening tank bunds and developing facilities such as entry gates, solar lights, benches, walking tracks, open-air gyms and children’s parks. The rejuvenated tanks are intended to support irrigation, drinking water needs, groundwater recharge and community recreation.
Vedulla Cheruvu in Chittoor, Panduru Cheruvu in Kakinada Rural and Vengalayapalem Cheruvu in Guntur have already been completed and opened to the public.
Officials have been directed to complete the remaining works by the end of September, with Pawan Kalyan monitoring progress and quality standards.