CHENNAI’S WATER SUPPLY TO GET A MAJOR BOOST WITH NEW RING MAIN SYSTEM APPROVAL

Chief Minister MK Stalin accorded in-principle approval for the much-awaited project of implementation of a Ring Main System (RMS) to strengthen the city’s drinking water supply network. He also approved the initiation of improvement works to the existing sewerage system under the Nesapakkam Treatment Plant catchment. Both projects will be executed by the Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB) department. The total project cost of installing the RMS within the Greater Chennai Corporation areas, including operation and maintenance for 10 years, is estimated at Rs 3,108.55 crore. The…

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