03-05-2025
Eloor Amrut project: Cabinet approves tender for overhead reservoir
Kochi: State cabinet has granted approval for the tender to construct an overhead service reservoir in Eloor municipality under
Amrut 2.0 scheme
. The project aims to address drinking water shortage in Manjummel area. The tender is for construction of a 15-lakh-litre capacity
overhead reservoir
near old Ayurveda College. The project, estimated at ₹6.23 crore, was awarded to
Noble Tech Engineering
Pvt Ltd.
"Efforts will be made to complete the project at the earliest. Once completed, the reservoir is expected to provide a lasting solution to the drinking water scarcity in Manjummel and nearby regions," said municipality chairperson AD Sujil.
Meanwhile, on Thursday, industries minister P Rajeeve inaugurated EMS Park, the first public park in Eloor municipality. The park has been developed at New Road Junction on land owned by the municipality, at a cost of Rs 70 lakh. "The park features an open-air stage, open gym and a children's play area. Work is also progressing to install a 100-inch television, advanced lighting and a sound system. Additionally, the park includes a small reading corner and a drinking water kiosk. It will be open to public during designated hours in the morning and evening," said Sujil.
