Archive · 13 Nov 2025
Minister Nimmala Expresses Dissatisfaction Over Veligonda Project Delays
A government minister visited a big construction project called the Veligonda Project.
He was unhappy because it's taking too long to finish.
He told the people working on it that they need to work faster.
The project is important because it will bring water to people who need it.
The minister said the project must be completely done by the year 2026.
He also checked on parts of the project like tunnels and canals, and said some work needs to start right away.
He warned that if they don't hurry, there will be consequences.
He wants to make sure this project is finished properly, unlike some previous projects.
Water Resources Minister Nimmala Rama Naidu inspected the Pula Subbaiah Veligonda Project, expressing dissatisfaction with delays.
The project's completion is deemed crucial for providing water to backward, fluoride-affected areas in Prakasam district.
The government has set 2026 as the firm deadline for the project's completion.
Minister Nimmala ordered the immediate commencement of tunnel lining, benching, and feeder canal lining/retaining wall construction.
Approximately 12,000 meters of the 19,000-meter feeder canal lining is complete, requiring a monthly progress of 600 meters to meet the deadline.
- Who
- Water Resources Minister Nimmala Rama Naidu, officials, and contractors
- What
- Inspection of the Pula Subbaiah Veligonda Project, expressing dissatisfaction over delays and warning of stringent measures.
- When
- Wednesday (during the inspection); absolute deadline set for 2026
- Where
- Markapur, Prakasam district (specifically the Pula Subbaiah Veligonda Project)
- Why
- To expedite the completion of the project, which is crucial for delivering water to backward, fluoride-affected people of Prakasam district, and to ensure deadlines are met.
- Project Name
- Pula Subbaiah Veligonda Project
- Water Resources Minister
- Nimmala Rama Naidu
- Absolute Completion Deadline
- 2026
- Feeder Canal Lining Completed
- 12,000 meters of 19,000 meters
- Feeder Canal Retaining Wall Worth
- Rs 456 crore