Collector Madhumita Conducts Comprehensive Review of Indravati Reservoir Water Levels and Water Release Systems, Visits Rs 1.66 Crore Commercial Poultry Farming Project in Nabarangpur

Nabarangpur,Oct 27 [UDN}:: Nabarangpur District Collector Smt. Madhumita visited the Indravati Reservoir on Monday and reviewed the water level and water discharge management system. During the visit, she held discussions with the concerned officials and issued instructions to ensure the safe storage of water in the reservoir and the adoption of all necessary precautionary measures during water discharge, whenever required.

The Collector particularly emphasised the safety of people residing in downstream areas during the release of water from the reservoir. She advised the concerned authorities to ensure timely precautions, effective coordination and proper communication to minimise risks and safeguard the lives and property of residents in vulnerable areas.

Following the reservoir inspection, the District Collector visited a commercial layer poultry farm with a capacity of 18,000 birds, established by successful agricultural entrepreneur Swati Ponaginti in Tarapadar village under Kukudabai Gram Panchayat of Tentulikhunti Block.

The poultry farming unit was established at a total investment of ₹1,66,35,890 (approximately ₹1.66 crore). The project received financial assistance amounting to ₹52,31,192 under the Mukhyamantri Krushi Udyog Yojana (MKUY), a government scheme aimed at promoting agricultural and allied-sector enterprises.

During the visit, the Collector interacted with the beneficiary and officials of the Animal Husbandry Department to discuss the progress and potential of commercial poultry farming in the district. She encouraged the promotion of similar commercial layer poultry farms in other blocks of Nabarangpur district to strengthen agricultural entrepreneurship, expand livelihood opportunities and support the growth of allied agricultural activities.

The Collector also advised the Chief District Veterinary Officer to encourage more entrepreneurs to establish such poultry farming units and ensure that they receive the necessary technical guidance and institutional support.

The visit highlighted the district administration’s focus on both reservoir safety and water management and the promotion of agricultural entrepreneurship through government-supported commercial poultry farming projects.