Farmers, potters, can take top soil, clay free of cost from 403 irrigation tanks in Virudhunagar district
Farmers and potters in Virudhunagar district can now collect top soil and clay from 403 irrigation tanks at no cost. A gazette notification outlines the process for eligible beneficiaries to apply for permission to scoop out these materials. The initiative aims to support agricultural development and domestic usage while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- ▪Farmers and potters can take top soil and clay free of cost from 403 irrigation tanks.
- ▪Eligible beneficiaries must apply for permission through tnesevaitngov.in.
- ▪The amount of soil that can be taken varies based on land type and purpose.
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A gazette notification has been issued to allow farmers to scoop out top soil and clay free of cost from 403 identified irrigation tanks belonging to the Water Resources and Rural Development Departments in Virudhunagar district.In a statement, Collector N. O. Sukhaputra said that local farmers and potters could take top soil and clay free of cost. Members of the public could also take them for other domestic usage.Eligible beneficiaries can apply seeking permission through tnesevaitngov.in The residence or farm land of the applicants and the identified irrigation tank for desiltation should be located within the jurisdiction of the same revenue taluk.Those who want to get the soil for agricultural purpose should own farm land.
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