Tamil Nadu Justifies CRZ Approval for Mamallan Reservoir Project

In response to a petition contesting the environmental clearance granted in December 2025, the Tamil Nadu State Coastal Zone Management Authority (TNSCZMA) has asserted that the project adheres to the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification of 2011. The authority emphasized that the project underwent thorough technical evaluations at various stages before receiving approval.

The CRZ Notification, established to protect coastal ecosystems while facilitating sustainable development, sets specific guidelines for construction and development activities along the coastline. The TNSCZMAs defense highlights the regulatory framework designed to ensure that such projects do not adversely affect marine and coastal environments.

Further details regarding the project itself, including its location and potential impact on local communities and ecosystems, have not been disclosed in the present context. The outcome of the petition remains to be seen as concerned stakeholders voice their opinions on the balance between development and environmental protection.