January 13, 2025
Coimbatore, January 13, 2025 – Kousika River Reviving Project, one of the flagship initiatives led by the Rotary District 3201 Governor, in regard to this a press meet was organized on January 13, 2025.
Rtn Kavitha Gopalakrishnan, Assistant Governor of Rotary District 3201, delivered the welcome address.
Rtn. Sundaravadivelu, Rotary District Governor 3201 and Yatheesh, Manager and Coordinator, the Kousika River Revival Project, addressed the gathering, sharing updates on the project’s progress.
Sundaravadivelu emphasized that the restoration of the Kousika River is nearing completion, with Rotary District 3201, in collaboration with Kousika Neerkarangal organisation, aiming to involve 5,000 people in the riverbed restoration efforts.
Sundaravadivelu remarked, “The time is approaching to restore the Kousika River. This initiative, supported by the efforts of many volunteers, is critical to environmental sustainability and community well-being.”
Yatheesh highlighted the historical and cultural significance of the Kousika River, stating, “A river is closely tied to human civilization. Through this restoration project, we will explore the river’s history, culture, and its vital role in environmental health.
Water bodies like rivers and lakes are far more effective than trees and forests in controlling carbon emission.
They are also essential for cooling the Earth. The temperature of our planet has already surpassed the threshold set by global nations, reaching 1.55°C in 2024. Therefore, river restoration projects like Kousika River must be expedited.”
A detailed report of this first phase was shared by Rotary District 3201 Governor Rtn. Sundaravadivelu. This report will serve as a foundation for fundraising efforts to support the project.
Rtn. Mahendran and Vanitha Mahendran from Masquare Engineers Private Limited conducting the land survey.
At the press meet, Rtn. Mahendran and Vanitha Mahendran presented the completed 20-kilometer survey and detailed reports, including the findings from the first phase, which were submitted to Rtn. Sundaravadivelu and Kousika Neerkarangal members.
Members of Kousika Neerkarangal provided an overview of the river’s current condition.
River Reviving Project:
The Kousika River Reviving Project, valued at Rs. 160 crore, was launched on October 17, 2024. The project began with a land survey conducted by Rtn. Sundaravadivelu, in collaboration with Kousika Neerkarangal organisation.
The survey covered a 20-kilometer stretch, from Kattupannari Amman Temple to Devampalayam, and has now been completed.
The land survey was conducted in three phases, with the first phase covering a 6-kilometer stretch from Vaiyampalayam to Devampalayam.