Question : JIADHAL RIVER IN DHEMAJI DISTRICT



(a) whether the proposal for construction of guide bundh to control Jiadhal river, Dhemaji District taken up by NEC for implementation during the 10th Plan received clearances of all levels;

(b) if so, total outlay, commission schedule and achievement made so far; and

(c) if not, the details thereof?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER IN THE MINISTRY OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION (SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH)

(a) to (c) The scheme on `Controlling of Jiadhal river in Dhemaji District Ph.I` at an estimated cost of Rs. 14.93 crore has been examined in Central Water Commission and found techno-Economically viable. The Planning Commission has given investment clearance.

(c) The case is under examination in the NEC for SFC clearance.