General
“The Times” (Trade Supplement) of August 1st writes: A few days ago, Lord Goschen, Governor of Madras, formally inaugurated the Cauvery (Metur) irrigation project, which has been under consideration in varying forms since the early years of Queen Victoria’s reign. The work is estimated to cost 612 lakhs of rupees, the equivalent at present rates of exchange of close upon £4,600,000, and its object is to store the floodwaters of the River Cauvery, passing them down to the delta for developed irrigation use as and when required.
Published – September 01, 2025 02:32 am IST