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CoP to Desilt Mapusa Tributary in Goa to Improve Water Flow
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 04:02 AM
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The Coastal Operations Project (CoP) has announced plans to desilt a tributary of the Mapusa River in Goa, aiming to enhance water flow and reduce flood risk.
The Coastal Operations Project (CoP) disclosed its intention to carry out desilting works on a tributary feeding the Mapusa River in Goa. The move comes as part of ongoing efforts to manage water resources and mitigate seasonal flooding in the region.
Officials said that clearing accumulated silt will improve the channel’s capacity, allowing water to flow more freely during heavy rains. Enhanced flow is expected to benefit nearby agricultural fields and reduce the likelihood of waterlogging in surrounding villages.
The desilting operation is slated to begin in the coming months, with local authorities coordinating logistics and ensuring minimal disruption to daily activities. Stakeholders will monitor the project’s progress to assess its impact on the local ecosystem.
Officials said that clearing accumulated silt will improve the channel’s capacity, allowing water to flow more freely during heavy rains. Enhanced flow is expected to benefit nearby agricultural fields and reduce the likelihood of waterlogging in surrounding villages.
The desilting operation is slated to begin in the coming months, with local authorities coordinating logistics and ensuring minimal disruption to daily activities. Stakeholders will monitor the project’s progress to assess its impact on the local ecosystem.