ADVERTISEMENTThe Jalaur megadam project includes three dams, a 6.6-megawatt hydropower plant, and an 81-kilometer high-line canal. Franklin Drilon, who initiated the project and was joined the briefing by Senators Francis Pangilinan and Cynthia Villar, said the project completion would be a “game changer” for Western Visayas. The megadam was expected to produce 86,400 cubic meters of water per day. Borres said palay production was expected to increase by 141,000 metric tons, or by 71 percent, once the megadam becomes operational. The National Irrigation Administration has given assurance of the safety of the megadam project and has promised affected residents relocation and livelihood assistance.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 14, 2021 21:00 UTC