Integrated storm water drainage proposal reviewed
The proposal for an integrated management of water resources in Hosur was floated in the State Assembly to be implemented in 2025-26. Accordingly, the Tamil Nadu Urban Infrastructure Financial Services Limited (TNUIFSL) sought a review of the proposal from the district Collector. The Collector inspected the bridge on Rayakottai road, old municipality and KCC Nagar Raja Kalvai - the sites that are prone to flooding.
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