Patharpratima: ₹12 Cr Advanced River Dam to Combat Floods

• An advanced 800-meter long, 40-foot wide river dam is under construction in Dindapara, Patharpratima.
• The project, utilizing advanced technology, has an allocation of approximately 12 crore rupees.
• Construction is in full swing and is expected to be completed within one year.
• The new dam aims to prevent flooding from the Jagaddal river, which previously caused widespread inundation during natural disasters like Amphan.
• This construction fulfills a long-standing demand from villagers for a permanent embankment to protect against saline water intrusion.

Why It Matters: Advanced dam protects Patharpratima villagers from floods and natural disasters.