Filemore-inFaced with the prospect of water scarcity this summer, Chennai Metrowater plans to draw water from Retteri. After tapping water from the Porur lake, the water agency was looking for similar sources to meet the water needs of the city. Velumani here on Wednesday, it was decided to tap water from Retteri. Metrowater officials said water from Retteri would be used only after testing its quality. 9,841 street tanks set upThe agency has installed 9,841 street tanks to ensure uninterrupted water supply.

Source: The Hindu April 12, 2018 19:18 UTC