G.O. (MS) No.177, Improvements to Park Areas at Bhavanisagar Dam, 2007
The Public Works (S1) Department issued G.O. (MS) No.177 dated 8 June 2007, granting administrative sanction of Rs.60 lakhs for infrastructure and park improvements at the Bhavanisagar dam site in Sathyamangalam Taluk, Erode District. The order authorises public works and expenditure for the Lower Bhavani Project Park, but does not change land ownership, land classification or property rights.
What the order does
The Public Works (S1) Department issued G.O. (MS) No.177 dated 8 June 2007 under the Irrigation Part II Scheme for 2007 to 2008. It grants administrative sanction for infrastructure facilities and improvements to park areas at the Bhavanisagar dam site in Sathyamangalam Taluk of Erode District, with an ultimate cost of Rs.60 lakhs.
The Lower Bhavani Project Park covers 12.50 acres. It is located in front of the Lower Bhavani Dam, next to the right bank of the Bhavani River, and has operated since the commencement of the dam in 1955.
Approved park improvements
G.O. (MS) No.177 dated 8 June 2007 covers the following proposed works:
- Raising low lying areas and planting Korean grass lawns.
- Extending both side portions of the children’s boating pond.
- Laying cement paver blocks on park footpaths.
- Providing statues to improve the park.
The stated purposes are to attract more members of the public and tourists, help protect the environment and increase revenue collected through entrance fees.
Funding and implementation
The Engineer-in-Chief, Water Resources Organisation, and Chief Engineer (General), Public Works Department, initially requested Rs.65 lakhs. The Government restricted the sanction to Rs.60 lakhs because the approved overall cost for park works at Sathanur, Krishnagiri, Bhavanisagar, Mettur and Kelavarapalli was Rs.250 lakhs.
The Chief Engineer, Water Resources Organisation, Public Works Department, Pollachi Region, Coimbatore, was directed to begin the work immediately, complete it within the approved administrative sanction and send monthly progress reports to the Government. The Engineer-in-Chief was also directed to revise the estimate to Rs.60 lakhs and submit it for the Government’s records.
Relevance to property owners and buyers
G.O. (MS) No.177 dated 8 June 2007 is an administrative and spending approval for works at a government dam park. It does not state that private land will be acquired, transferred, reclassified or subjected to new ownership restrictions. Its direct effect is on the Public Works Department officials responsible for funding, carrying out and reporting the approved works.
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Common questions
Does G.O. (MS) No.177 affect ownership of land near Bhavanisagar Dam?
The order does not change ownership, classification or property rights. It only grants administrative sanction for improvements to the park at the Bhavanisagar dam site.
How much money was approved for the Bhavanisagar park works?
The Public Works (S1) Department approved an ultimate cost of Rs.60 lakhs. The original request for Rs.65 lakhs was reduced to fit within the overall approval for five dam park schemes.
What improvements were approved for the Lower Bhavani Project Park?
The approved works include raising low lying areas, planting Korean grass lawns, extending the children’s boating pond, installing cement paver blocks on footpaths and providing statues.
Which official was responsible for carrying out the work?
The Chief Engineer, Water Resources Organisation, Public Works Department, Pollachi Region, Coimbatore, was directed to take up the work, complete it within the approved sanction and report progress monthly.
