G.O.Ms. No.175, Improvements to Kelavarapalli Dam Park, 2007
The Public Works (S2) Department issued G.O.Ms. No.175 dated 8 June 2007, granting administrative sanction of Rs.5.00 lakhs for infrastructure and park improvements at the Kelavarapalli dam site in Hosur Taluk, Krishnagiri District. It authorises and funds public works at the reservoir park, but does not state any change to private land ownership, land classification or property rights.
What the document does
G.O.Ms. No.175 dated 8 June 2007 of the Public Works (S2) Department gives administrative sanction for infrastructure facilities and improvements to the park area at the Kelavarapalli dam site in Hosur Taluk, Krishnagiri District. The approved estimate is Rs.5.00 lakhs.
The Engineer-in-Chief, Water Resources Organisation and Chief Engineer (General), Public Works Department had submitted a detailed estimate of Rs.10.00 lakhs. The Government restricted it to Rs.5.00 lakhs because the overall sanction for park improvements at Sathanur, Krishnagiri, Bhavanisagar, Mettur and Kelavarapalli was Rs.250.00 lakhs.
Planned improvements
The estimate submitted for the Kelavarapalli Reservoir park included:
- Soft landscaping through the planting of different varieties of plants.
- Construction of an overhead water tank.
- Water supply and sanitary arrangements.
- Construction of a rain shelter.
The stated aims were to attract more members of the public and tourists, help protect the environment and increase revenue from entrance fees.
Implementation and funding
G.O.Ms. No.175 dated 8 June 2007 directs the Chief Engineer, Water Resources Organisation, Public Works Department, Chennai Region to:
- Begin the work immediately.
- Keep expenditure within the administrative sanction of Rs.5.00 lakhs.
- Complete the work within the applicable time limit.
- Send monthly progress reports to the Government.
The Engineer-in-Chief, Water Resources Organisation and Chief Engineer (General), Public Works Department was also asked to revise the estimate from Rs.10.00 lakhs to Rs.5.00 lakhs and submit it to the Government for record. The expenditure was assigned to the capital outlay account for improvements and beautification of parks in and around reservoirs in Tamil Nadu. The Finance Department concurred with the sanction.
Relevance to property owners and buyers
G.O.Ms. No.175 dated 8 June 2007 concerns Government-funded improvements within the Kelavarapalli reservoir park area. The document does not identify private survey numbers, acquire land, transfer ownership, alter land classification or impose restrictions on neighbouring properties. Its direct effect is on the Public Works Department officers responsible for carrying out and reporting on the approved works.
This summary is generated from the source document to help you find what is relevant. The PDF above is authoritative. For advice on your own property, use LandLens One or speak to a qualified professional.
Common questions
Does G.O.Ms. No.175 acquire any private land near Kelavarapalli Reservoir?
No land acquisition is stated. The document only grants administrative sanction for infrastructure and park improvements at the Kelavarapalli dam site.
How much money was sanctioned for the Kelavarapalli park improvements?
The Public Works (S2) Department sanctioned Rs.5.00 lakhs. The original detailed estimate was Rs.10.00 lakhs, but the Government restricted it to Rs.5.00 lakhs.
What facilities were proposed at the Kelavarapalli Reservoir park?
The estimate included soft landscaping, an overhead water tank, water supply and sanitary arrangements, and a rain shelter.
Which authority was responsible for carrying out the work?
The Chief Engineer, Water Resources Organisation, Public Works Department, Chennai Region was directed to take up the work, remain within the sanctioned amount and provide monthly progress reports to the Government.
