Reservoir of progress: Palghar's Deharji project reaches 80 per cent completion

Metropolitan Commissioner Dr Sanjay Mukherjee said that the Deharji Medium Project a key water infrastructure initiative in Palghar district has achieved a significant progressLocated on the Deharji River a tributary of the westflowing Vaitarna River near Suksale village in Palghars Vikramgad the project involves the construction of an earthen and masonry dam with a total storage capacity of 9560 million cubic metres and usable storage of 9322 million cubic metres equivalent to 255 million litres per day MLDThe project is being carried out by the Konkan Irrigation Development Corporation KIDC with a financial assistance of 259915 crore from Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority MMRDA under a Memorandum of Understanding MoU KIDC had initially awarded the execution contract to Ms PVR Projects Ltd on July 27 2006 and MMRDA is working on a detailed project report for the implementation of bulk drinking water supply scheme through this damHighlights of the projectbull Proposed earthen and masonry dam with a storage capacity of 9560 million cubic metres on the Deharji Riverbull Usable storage capacity 9355 million cubic metres 255 MLD million litres per daybull Dam length 2450 metres height 7160 metresbull Dam type Earthen dam with gated spillwaybull Spillway gates dimensions 12m x 65m Four gatesCurrent statusThe physical progress of the Deharji Medium Irrigation Project as of May is approximately 80 per centThe project is set for completion by the end of 2027Under MMRDA work has been taken up to prepare a detailed project report for the bulk drinking water supply scheme for the water storage available from the Deharji Medium Project Survey and other fieldwork under the technical consultant are in progressBenefitsThe Deharji Dam will provide a water storage capacity of 9355 million cubic metres 255 MLD of which 190 MLD is reserved by the VasaiVirar Municipal Corporation VVMC 15 MLD for en route rural areas and 50 MLD for CIDCO Palghar regionThe project is positioned to significantly improve water storage for regional development and support socioeconomic growth in the Konkan region through sustainable and resilient water resource managementldquoThe Deharji Medium Project marks a significant milestone in the Government of Maharashtrarsquos agenda to strengthen core infrastructure and ensure longterm water security for the state By constructing a sustainable highcapacity dam the project directly supports the supply of potable water and enhances the quality of life for citizens in Palghar and surrounding regions I commend the coordinated efforts of MMRDA and KIDC in driving this critical initiative forward in a timely and efficient mannerrdquo CM Devendra Fadnavis saidDeputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra and MMRDA Chairman Eknath Shinde stated ldquoThe Deharji Medium Project is a flagship initiative under the Government of Maharashtrarsquos broader vision to enhance water security and strengthen rural infrastructure MMRDArsquos strategic collaboration with KIDC underscores our commitment to delivering longterm sustainable drinking water supply solutions Once completed the project will play a crucial role in meeting the potable water needs of VasaiVirar and surrounding areas significantly improving quality of life and driving social development across the regionrdquoAccording to Dr Mukherjee the project is set to strengthen the water infrastructure of the Konkan region Designed to store 9322 million cubic meters of potable water the project reflects MMRDArsquos proactive efforts to address regional water challenges Alongside the Surya project MMRDA is preparing a detailed water supply plan to support the social and economic development of the region By addressing critical drinking water needs with a focus on ecosustainability MMRDA is not only meeting present demands but also building longterm resilience We remain committed to the successful execution of this project ensuring lasting benefits for both the environment and the communities it servesrdquo he saidatOptionskeyd0ddb8ef8f1a62a8cdd22fac27fc5ea7formatiframeheight90width728params