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The Hindu
5 days ago
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- The Hindu
Afforestation drive held in Coimbatore
Siruthuli, in partnership with HCLFoundation and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), planted 5,000 native tree saplings in Coimbatore on Monday to mark the 49th HCL Annual Day. This initiative contributes to the national goal of planting 49,000 saplings across India as part of the celebrations. According to a press release, since 2019, the collaboration has planted over 53,500 saplings, transforming rocky terrain into green spaces that aid groundwater recharge and enhance biodiversity. The event was attended by Shish Ram, Deputy Commandant, CRPF; Simi Suri, Associate Director, HCLFoundation; Dr. Sugandha and Shyam Sundar from HCLFoundation; V. Chandrasekhar, Siruthuli Steering Committee Member; and Siruthuli team members. Over 240 students from SNS College of Technology, PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, and CMS College of Science and Commerce took part in the event.
Time of India
11-07-2025
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- Time of India
Mission on to arrest Noyyal water pollution
Coimbatore: There was a time when the Noyyal river replenished the city's groundwater table. Today, the river is reduced to a sewage channel for most part of the year, but for the days when heavy rain lashes its catchment areas, filling the river with fresh water. The river becomes extremely polluted when it enters the city corporation limits, with sewage water entering the water body at various points along its 18.5km route in the city. To address the issue, the city corporation is planning to set up pumping stations along the river's tributaries in the city. The plan is to pump water to the sewage treatment plants to prevent direct entry of sewage into the river. Once treated, pumped water would be released back into the Noyyal. Earlier, the corporation was planning to set up seven sewage treatment plants along the river's pathway in the city. This plan has been shunned. Now, the proposal is to set up just one sewage treatment plant near Nanjundapuram with a capacity to treat seven million litres of sewage water per day. The corporation has sought Rs100 crore from the govt for the purpose. It has sought another Rs110 crore from the govt for riverfront development. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3.5, 4.5 BHK Homes starting at ₹4.89 Cr.* Hero Homes Learn More Undo According to a senior corporation officer, the plan to set up seven sewage treatment plants along the river pathway was shunned because of the land scarcity. "The project required substantial land, which is scarce in the city limits. The city currently has four sewage treatment plants. Water in the Noyyal's tributaries will be diverted to these treatment plants and the proposed one, as and when it is ready. By way of interception and diversion of drains, we will address the water pollution issue. " Corporation commissioner M Sivaguru Prabakaran said they were planning pumping stations in areas from where sewage water was being let into the Noyyal. "One of the pumping stations will come up at Puttuvikki and sewage water from there will be diverted to the treatment plant at Ukkadam. The additional fund will be used for landscape development along the river." A local environmentalist said the Tirupur district had earlier unveiled a similar approach. "Both the terrains are different. For the city corporation, managing with a single sewage treatment plant and diverting sewage from the pumping stations will be labour-intensive. However, interception by nearby sewage treatment plants will be more practical." J Sathish, trustee, Siruthuli, an NGO actively working on Noyyal restoration, recommended planting of more trees along the river bank to prevent further encroachments. "Given the possibility of flooding during cloudbursts, maintaining the river's original form is crucial to prevent inundation."
Time of India
12-06-2025
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- Time of India
NGO rejuvenates Masaorambu stream near Coimbatore
COIMBATORE: As part of the efforts to restore the ecological and hydrological health of the Noyyal river system and ensure water security, Siruthuli, an NGO, has inaugurated the rejuvenated Masaorambu stream at Madhvarayapuram on the outskirts of Coimbatore. The Masaorambu is one of the 34 perennial feeder streams of the Noyyal river, carrying freshwater from the Western Ghats. Over the years, the stream's flow was impeded by dense vegetation and sedimentation. Vanitha Mohan, managing trustee of Siruthuli, said through a comprehensive restoration effort, 5.7 km of the stream was cleared, desilted and widened to restore its natural flow. Seven check dams were refurbished in Phase 1, creating 10 crore litres of additional water storage capacity. She said this would revive more than 300 acres of previously fallow land, generating an incremental income of Rs 12.5 lakh through renewed cultivation. 'More than 100 farmers in the region are expected to save more than Rs 75 lakh collectively, averaging Rs 75,000 per farmer, by reducing dependency on external water sources. Titan Company Limited is the CSR sponsor of this impactful initiative," she said. Phase 2 will include construction of three new check dams, further augmenting water security and storage. 'The restoration ensures steady freshwater flow and active groundwater recharge, directly benefiting 3,700 acres of farmland across nine villages. This will also provide reliable water access for wildlife," she added. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
The Hindu
05-06-2025
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- The Hindu
Awareness activities, greening drives mark World Environment Day
Various awareness activities and greening drives marked the observation of the World Environment Day in Coimbatore on Thursday. The Institute of Forest Genetics and Tree Breeding (IFGTB), Coimbatore, organised a series of awareness campaigns, lectures, cleanliness drives and competitions on the theme 'Beat Plastic Pollution' from May 22 to June 5. An eco-friendly banner promoting the theme 'Ending Plastic Pollution' was installed at the Forest Campus at R.S. Puram to spread awareness. A release from IFGTB stated that webinars on 'Waste to Art' and 'Waste Management Principles' were delivered by Ankit Shah of Prakritik India, Uttarakhand, and S. Vigneswaran, Programme Officer, ICFRE-IFGTB EIACP, respectively on June 2. A campus cleaning drive held June 3 and 4 emphasised eliminating single-use plastics and fostering environmental stewardship. IFGTB Director R. Yasodha inaugurated the cleaning drive. IFGTB organised a series of lectures across various institutions to raise awareness on plastic pollution and sustainable living from May 22 to June 5. Reusable cloth bags and awareness materials were distributed to encourage plastic-free lifestyles. The institute, in collaboration with Indian Oil Corporation Limited and Anna Industrial Park, organised a greening drive that was inaugurated by District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar on Thursday. A total of 9,000 saplings of native trees were planted at Anna Industrial Park. It also conducted various competitions such as quizzes, painting, and photography contests from May 22 to June 5, engaging the public in environmental awareness. An awareness poster on 'Beat Plastic Pollution' was also released and distributed. Greening drive by Siruthuli, Cognizant Siruthuli in partnership with Cognizant planted 1,500 saplings of native trees in a farm at Keeranatham on Thursday as part of observing World Environment Day. A statement from Siruthuli said that volunteers would plant 1,200 saplings at Swami Dayananda Vanam at Government Hospital, Sundakkamuthur, with the support from G.S. Foundation on Friday.
Time of India
16-05-2025
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- Time of India
Coimbatore corporation decides to desilt, strengthen bunds, widen canals of Singanallur lake
Coimbatore: To bring about an overall rejuvenation of the water body, the Coimbatore Corporation has decided to desilt Singanallur lake , strengthen its bunds and widen its canals at a cost of Rs 13 crore. Additionally, the civic body plans to collaborate with NGOs to preserve the lake's natural ecosystem. Unlike previous lake projects undertaken under the Smart City initiative, the new initiative to maintain the ecology with additional infrastructure. As the lake has not been desilted for over three decades, it is estimated that nearly 2 lakh cubic metres of sludge have accumulated. A preliminary survey and a detailed project report (DPR) are being prepared jointly by the civic body and Siruthuli, an NGO. Environmentalists have also proposed several suggestions for the development of the lake. Coimbatore Corporation and Siruthuli conducted a joint inspection to assess the current condition of the lake and its feeder channels. Siruthuli has recommended desilting the lake and strengthening its bunds. According to a Siruthuli representative, a bathymetric survey has been completed, though the results are awaited. "We are conducting a digital survey to map the streams and their entry points. The priority is to desilt the anicut in Nanjundapuram. After that, the connecting stream must be clearly marked to ensure the proper flow of fresh water into the lake. We are currently drafting methods and exploring technologies to achieve these objectives," said J Sathish, trustee of Siruthuli. There are also plans to develop an island within the lake to attract migratory birds and support bird nesting. Unlike other urban lakes in Coimbatore, Singanallur lake has remained untouched by intrusive development, largely due to sustained opposition from environmental NGOs. In line with conservation efforts, boating and commercial fishing were banned several years ago to protect the lake's biodiversity. The current development plan includes the construction of a walking track along the lake's perimeter. Manikandan from Kovai Kulangal Padhukappu Amaippu suggested introducing a minimal entry fee at all water bodies to encourage public responsibility. "People value and take care of places when there's a price attached. Free and unrestricted access often leads to pollution," he said.
