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₹19 Cr Boost for Thirumoorthy Dam Tourism
21 Aug
Summary
- Thirumoorthy Dam receives largest share of ₹48 crore project funding.
- A park will be developed on 20 acres at the Thirumoorthy Dam site.
- Beautification is the first major upgrade since the dam's construction 60 years ago.
Thirumoorthy Dam in Tiruppur district is poised for a major tourism infrastructure upgrade, receiving ₹19 crore from a ₹48 crore state budget allocation announced for 2026-27. This funding represents the largest share of the project, which also includes development for Pechiparai, KRP, and Kodiveri dams.
The Thirumoorthy Dam site, already a popular destination with Panchalinga Falls and Amanalingeswarar Temple, will see a new park developed on 20 acres. A proposal for reintroducing boating, costing ₹81.5 lakh, is also being pursued by the Tiruppur district administration.
This beautification is the first significant renovation since the dam's construction six decades ago. District Tourism Officer Aravindkumar highlighted the extensive planning, including recent site inspections by officials. The infrastructure enhancements are expected to significantly increase tourist footfall and stimulate the local economy, particularly benefiting tribal communities residing in the nearby hills.
