Ministers inspect Devadula project, assure funds to speed up works
State ministers recently conducted a comprehensive field inspection of the Devadula Lift Irrigation Scheme to assess construction progress and operational efficiency. During the visit, the delegation assured that necessary financial resources would be allocated to expedite the remaining stages of th
Ministers and high-ranking officials visited key sites of the Devadula project to evaluate the current status of the lift irrigation infrastructure. The inspection focused on identifying bottlenecks that have delayed the completion of certain phases, particularly those involving water distribution to arid regions.
During the briefing with engineers, the ministerial team emphasized the priority of providing irrigation facilities to farmers. They formally committed to securing the required funding to resolve pending issues and accelerate the pace of ongoing engineering works.
Government representatives also engaged with local stakeholders to address concerns regarding land acquisition and project timelines. The department has been directed to prepare a detailed report on equipment maintenance and electricity requirements to ensure seamless operations during the next cropping season.
Source: News Service
