A human chain was formed in front of the Tiruchi City Corporation office to raise awareness about the importance of rainwater harvesting on Tuesday. | Photo Credit: M. MOORTHY The Tiruchi City Corporation organised a human chain rally in front of its office to raise awareness of the importance of rainwater harvesting, with around 700 participants, including schoolchildren and Corporation officials, taking part in it.The initiative was organised as part of the State government’s efforts to prevent drinking water shortages by promoting rainwater conservation and improving groundwater levels.The government has stressed the need to install rainwater harvesting systems in all government and private buildings and called for public awareness of their benefits to encourage households to adopt the practice.Corporation Commissioner N.
Ponmani said rainwater harvesting should not be confined to the rainy season but should be made a year-round water conservation initiative and a people’s movement.She emphasised the need to maintain existing rainwater harvesting structures by clearing blockages, removing accumulated silt, and repairing damaged parts.Awareness campaigns would be conducted across all five zones of the Corporation to educate the public on the importance and benefits of rainwater harvesting, the installation and maintenance of harvesting systems, and the effective use of collected rainwater, she said.Deputy Mayor G. Divya, councillors and Corporation officials participated in the event.On Sunday, a signature campaign to create awareness about rainwater harvesting was organised by the Corporation on Race Course Road.
Ministers K. G.
Arunraj and Ramesh inaugurated the campaign by signing the pledge as the first signatories. Published - November 03, 2026 05:35 pm IST