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Sirhind Canal Widening Project

Sector: Water Supply and Storage • Location: Ludhiana, Punjab, India

Source: Times of India

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Under Construction

The Sirhind Canal widening project aims to expand the canal's capacity from 12,000 to 15,600 cusecs. However, it has faced criticism for environmental violations, including illegal mining, tree felling, and wildlife habitat destruction. The Public Action Committee has filed a plea with the National Green Tribunal seeking action against officials responsible for these violations.

Status
Under Construction
Sector
Water Supply and Storage
Location
Ludhiana, Punjab, India
Updated
22 Jul 2026
Source
Times of India

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The project “Sirhind Canal Widening Project” is an infrastructure initiative in the Water Supply and Storage sector, located in Ludhiana, Punjab, India. Taiyo aggregates data on it from Times of India.

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The Sirhind Canal widening project aims to expand the canal's capacity from 12,000 to 15,600 cusecs. However, it has faced criticism for environmental violations, including illegal mining, tree felling, and wildlife habitat destruction. The Public Action Committee has filed a plea with the National Green Tribunal seeking action against officials responsible for these violations.

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Water Management

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India

State

Punjab

City

Ludhiana

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Times of India

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Water Supply and Storage

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2025-01-29

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