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Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Tungabhadra dam to get new crest gate at 19th sluice gate
Munirabad (Koppal): Preparations are underway to install a new crest gate at the 19th sluice gate of the , which will replace the stop log that was washed away last year. The Gujarat-based Hardware Tools and Machinery Project Company, which secured the tender, procured materials from Vizag Steels and is currently working on constructing the gate near Gadag. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Furthermore, this company was also awarded the contract for the installation of the remaining 32 crest gates at the TB dam. The crest gate was lost on Aug 10, 2024, resulting in the release of 40tmc of water into the river. Subsequently, a stop log was installed on the 19th spillway under the guidance of gate expert Kannaiah Naidu. The Gujarat Hardware Tools and Machinery Project Company won the tender valued at Rs 1.9 crore for the construction of the 19th gate, and preparations for the gate commenced. Only the 19th gate will be constructed in Gadag, while Tungabhadra Board officials are considering starting work on the remaining 32 gates near the Tungabhadra Reservoir. Currently, the construction of the 19th gate is in progress and is expected to be installed by the end of June, according to sources from the board. In this regard, Tungabhadra Board secretary ORK Reddy, superintendent engineer Narayan Nayak, and officers Nagaraj, Chandrashekhar, Gyaneshwar, and Raghavendra visited the construction site of the gate to inspect the progress. Tungabhadra Board officials directed the company representatives to ensure that the gate is constructed according to the specified design and installed promptly.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Gujarat company to replace all 33 crest gates of Tungabhadra dam
Munirabad (Koppal): Of the four companies that vied for the tender to replace all 33 crest gates of the Tungabhadra reservoir, the Gujarat-based Hardware Tools and Machinery Project Company emerged as the winner. The responsibility for replacing the crest gates was entrusted to this company by the Tungabhadra Board, which set a deadline of 15 months for the work to be finished. The bidding process included Gujarat's Anar Company, Hardware Tools and Machinery Project Company, along with Telangana's Swapna Projects Pvt Ltd and Bekem Infra Projects Private Limited. Following a thorough evaluation of technical bids and documentation by the board committee, Hardware Tools and Machinery Project Company bagged the tender. According to Basavaraj L, superintendent engineer of KNNL at the Tungabhadra Project Circle in Munirabad, the tender for the replacement of crest gate 19, which was washed away on Aug 10, 2024, was finalised with the Hardware Tools and Machinery Project Company. Additionally, the tender for the remaining 32 crest gates was also awarded to this company. The project is scheduled for completion by the end of June 2026. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Neuvěřitelné: Kalkulačka okamžitě ukáže hodnotu vašeho domu [podívejte se na to]! tržní hodnota mého domu Kliknout zde Undo The comprehensive project encompasses all 33 crest gates. The 19th gate replacement costs Rs. 1.6 crore, while the remaining 32 gates had an allocated budget of Rs. 52 crore. The company secured the contract with a competitive bid of Rs. 41.4 crore through the e-tender process, significantly under the allocated budget, sources said. A technical assessment led by former Central Water Commission chairman AK Bajaj's committee evaluated the dam's condition and provided safety recommendations. National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) president Anil Jain's subsequent inspection emphasised maintaining reduced water levels during non-destructive testing. Hyderabad-based KSNDT Services conducted comprehensive testing on all gates, including ultrasonic and dye penetration tests, presenting their findings on March 25. Their report indicated a 40-50% reduction in gate thickness from original specifications, necessitating complete replacement. Based on these findings, the Tungabhadra Board opted to replace all gates. The TB Board declared that, while a complete replacement cannot be achieved this year, maintaining water levels 12 to 15 feet above the spill level will provide an adequate supply for single crop cultivation and drinking purposes. Consequently, it was decided to cap water storage at 80 tmc, compared to the reservoir's total capacity of 101 tmc at a height of 1,626 feet.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
TB dam's storage to be limited to 80 tmc
Koppal: The storage of Tungabhadra reservoir at Munirabad will be restricted to 80 tmc (thousand million cubic feet) this season due to the replacement of crest gate 19 by July, Koppal MP K Rajashekar Hitnal said. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This is against its full capacity of 101 tmc, supporting only one crop cycle. On August 10 last year, spillway gate no. 19 was displaced. Following the stop log gate installation a week later, the dam's water level decreased from 93 tmc to 70 tmc, Hitnal said on Thursday. The stop log gate installation was completed through the joint efforts of govt engineers, technicians and crest gate specialist N Kannaiah Naidu. He acknowledged the support from Jindal Steels, Hindustan Steels and Narayana Steels in providing the stopgap gate and technical assistance. A technical committee under the Tungabhadra Board, led by former central water commission chairman AK Bajaj, assessed the dam and recommended safety measures. Subsequently, NDSA president Anil Jain examined the dam, suggesting minimal water levels during non-destructive testing (NDT) for thorough evaluation, according to Hitnal. Private firm KSNDT conducted tests, including dye penetration and ultrasonic examinations, on all 33 crest gates and submitted findings on March 25. Their assessment revealed a 40-50% gate thickness reduction from original specifications, suggesting complete gate replacement. Following Naidu's inspection, reinforcement of crest gate frame connections was advised. As complete gate replacement isn't possible this year, water levels must be maintained 12 to 15 feet above spill level, ensuring water availability for single crop cultivation and drinking needs, MP Hitnal said. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As per safety guidelines, 2025-26 storage must not exceed 80 tmc and 1,626.06 feet, pending Tungabhadra Board approval. Hitnal said Ahmedabad-based M/s Hardware Tools and Machinery Pvt Ltd will replace Gate 19 for Rs 1.7 crore (excluding GST) by July 2025. Additionally, a Rs 51.9 crore tender was issued on April 17 for replacing the remaining 32 spillway gates within 15 months.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
TB dam crest gates overhaul: Tender opening awaited
Munirabad (Koppal): Tungabhadra dam 's 33 crest gates, which surpassed their projected 45-year lifespan by 25 years, are scheduled to be replaced this year, beginning with the 19th gate in dam, built across Tungabhadra River, serves as a crucial water source for agriculture, industries, and drinking needs across Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. Following the 19th gate incident last monsoon, specialists conducted ultrasound assessments, revealing a deterioration of 30% to 50% across all specialists recommended limiting water storage to 80 tmcft, below the full capacity of 105.7 tmcft, until the replacements are finished. This renovation project aims to extend the dam's operational life and improve its the 19th gate's damage, the Tungabhadra Board issued tenders worth Rs 80 crore for the remaining 32 gates. Ahmedabad Hardware Tools and Machinery Projects Private Limited secured the contract for the 19th gate on April 17 for Rs 1.9 tender process for the remaining gates was conducted between April 19 and 25, with project completion planned by June 2026, scheduling work during dry periods to minimise disruption. Project costs will be divided between Karnataka (55%) and Andhra Pradesh-Telangana (45%).Regarding the 19th gate, superintendent engineer Narayan Nayak stated that the company based in Ahmadabad submitted the design to both the Tungabhadra Board and the Central Design Organisation of Andhra Pradesh. "An engineer from the TB Board travelled to Andhra Pradesh to collect the approval letter personally. Our engineer discussed the matter with them, and it is anticipated that the approval will be secured by this weekend," he to TB Board officials, the process is expected to be completed within a month before work can begin. The temporary stoplog for the 19th gate will be removed, which will allow for the installation of the new gate to start. Reservoir inflow is projected for the end of this month or the beginning of next month, and the installation can proceed without interruption as long as water levels are at 45 tmcft or technical bid for the remaining 32 gates is expected to be completed this weekend. According to CE Narayan Nayak, "If this proposal, which has already been postponed twice, is finalised, it will be essential to restrict the reservoir's storage capacity to 80 tmcft. This decision will be made after consultionsng all those concerned."The Tungabhadra reservoir irrigates 9.2 lakh acres in Karnataka, 6.2 lakh acres in Andhra Pradesh, and 87,000 acres in Telangana, while supplying water to numerous settlements and industrial facilities. However, the storage restriction to 80 tmcft has caused concern in the farming community.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Security beefed up at TB dam, tourists barred
Munirabad (Koppal): Following deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar's announcement regarding tourist restrictions at dams and reservoirs in the state amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, security measures have been intensified at Tungabhadra access to the reservoir is strictly limited to technical experts, engineers, and Tungabhadra Board workers. Authorised personnel must present their identification cards to enter the dam site. We communicated clear guidelines to all relevant authorities, including police and security teams, to prevent entry of tourists to the reservoir; only our technical experts and engineers are authorised to enter, said an official of the Tungabhadra Board. Additional security measures were also established. Since Thursday, public access to the dam and its associated facilities was restricted."In the past, the reservoir was a popular destination, attracting thousands of visitors daily, especially during school vacations. However, as per the instructions of SP Ram L. Arasiddi, a police checkpost was installed at Vishveshwaraiah Circle, the main gateway to the reservoir, resulting in limited public access," said Koppal Rural CPI Suresh area beyond the main entrance contains the chief engineer's office of the irrigation department and other administrative buildings. Access is now limited to irrigation department staff only. A large number of tourists, unaware of the ban, arrive at the main gate daily, only to be turned away. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
