Vellore fort is the landmark of Vellore. When we say Vellore, the first thing that comes to mind is the Vellore Fort. The colour of the water in the moat of the Vellore fort has changed over the past few days.  As one enters the fort entrance, one can see a yellowish stain on the water of the moat on both sides. And on one side of the trench are plastic debris floating in the water.

More than 1000 tourists visit the Vellore fort every day due to the presence of famous tourist spots including the government Museum and Jalakandeswarar Temple. Foreign tourists also visit the place. It is also a historic place where the Sepoy Mutiny took place. The Vellore fort is now under the control of the Archaeological survey of India.

The Vellore fort moat is constructed in such a way that the water flows directly through the sluices.  During the rainy season, when there is heavy rainfall, the water flows directly through the canals to the moat through the fort sluices. When excess water accumulates in the moat, the water is diverted through the sluices in the northwest corner of the fort to join Palar River through Konavattam area canal.

When asked about the discolouration and contamination of the fort moat water, the Assistant Conservation Officer of the Archaeological survey of india said, "We sent a letter to the tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board about the discolouration of the Vellore fort moat water. They have received a reply letter asking them to bring water samples for water analysis. We will take action after they study and find out what kind of difference there is." The people of Vellore have been demanding that the Vellore fort, which is a symbol of Vellore and a popular tourist destination, should be properly maintained and kept clean.
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S Venkateshwari

25/08/2024 10:19 AM