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News: Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the restored Muzhiyan Kulam at Pooranankuppam in Puducherry.

About Muzhiyan Kulam

Muzhiyan Kulam
Source: News On Air
  • Location: The Muzhiyan Kulam is located near Thavalakuppam at Pooranankuppam in Puducherry.
  • It is also known as Naangu Mozhi Kulam.
  • Historical significance: It is a more-than-400-year-old historic pond and is believed to date back to the Pallava period.
    • It employs the ‘Naangu Mozhi’ (four wells) rainwater management system, which links a main surface tank to four natural spring-fed wells through a network of underground chambers.
    • It has traditionally served as a source of drinking water and irrigation for the village.
  • Restored Kulam: The restored kulam now stores nearly 5 crore litres of water, recharges groundwater, and serves as a vital barrier against seawater intrusion. It is preserving both Puducherry’s heritage and its water security.
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