G.O.Ms.No.156, Renovation of Project House at Upper Nirar, 2007
The Public Works (Q1) Department issued Government Order G.O.Ms.No.156 dated 5 June 2007, granting administrative sanction for renovating the Project House at Upper Nirar in Valparai taluk, Coimbatore District. The approved estimate is Rs.20.00 lakhs under the Part II Scheme for 2007 to 2008, and the work is to be carried out by the Water Resources Organisation of the Public Works Department, Pollachi Region.
Purpose and scope
Government Order G.O.Ms.No.156 dated 5 June 2007 authorises renovation of the government Project House at Upper Nirar in Valparai taluk of Coimbatore District. The Public Works (Q1) Department granted administrative sanction for an estimated Rs.20.00 lakhs after approval by the Standing Finance Committee under the Part II schemes for 2007 to 2008.
Reason for the renovation
The Project House is located at Upper Nirar Weir within the Parambikulam Aliyar Project system. It was constructed in 1970 to provide accommodation for inspecting officers, VIPs, visitors and tourists. The Water Resources Organisation reported that heavy rainfall and changing climatic conditions in the hilly area had deteriorated the A.C. sheet roofing and other parts of the building.
Approved work
Government Order G.O.Ms.No.156 covers the following renovation components:
- Conversion of the A.C. sheet roof into an RCC roof with ornamental tile finishing.
- Installation of a moisture proof false ceiling.
- Vitrified tile flooring.
- Reconstruction of the front portico.
- Improvements to the toilets and kitchen.
- Repairs to joineries and improvements to water supply and sanitary arrangements.
- Renewal of electrical wiring and installation of electrical fixtures.
- Improvements to the garden, pavements and drainage arrangements.
- Installation of a UPS system and related work.
Funding and execution
The approved estimate is based on the 2007 to 2008 schedule of rates, and the stated ultimate cost is Rs.20.00 lakhs. Expenditure is assigned to the capital outlay head for major and medium irrigation relating to the Parambikulam Aliyar Project and major building works.
The Chief Engineer, Water Resources Organisation, Public Works Department, Pollachi Region, is responsible for executing the scheme. No additional staff is required. The Chief Engineer was directed to begin the work immediately, complete it within the stipulated time and submit monthly progress reports to the Government.
Relevance to property owners and buyers
Government Order G.O.Ms.No.156 concerns renovation and funding for a specific government Project House. The document does not change private land ownership, land classification, planning permission, building rules or property registration requirements.
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Common questions
Does G.O.Ms.No.156 affect my private property in Valparai or Coimbatore District?
The document only authorises renovation of the Project House at Upper Nirar. It contains no provision changing private land ownership, classification or registration.
How much money was approved for the Upper Nirar Project House renovation?
The Public Works (Q1) Department granted administrative sanction for an estimated Rs.20.00 lakhs. The document also states that the ultimate cost of the scheme is Rs.20.00 lakhs.
Which authority will carry out the renovation?
The Chief Engineer, Water Resources Organisation, Public Works Department, Pollachi Region, is responsible for executing the work.
What major building improvements were approved?
The approved work includes an RCC roof with ornamental tile finishing, a moisture proof false ceiling, vitrified tile flooring, reconstruction of the front portico, utility repairs, renewed electrical wiring, drainage improvements and a UPS system.
