BJP and JD(S) leaders inspect the Shidlahalla canal area
“The canal has been raised using soil excavated from the stream, and only a 2-3-inch concrete layer has been provided.
He said the canal was in the final stage of construction, but portions developed cracks and broke after a spell of light rain. The damage indicates poor workmanship,” he said. Poor construction could undermine the project’s objective and result in public money being wasted if the damaged portions have to be reconstructed,” he said.
BJP mandal president Channaganahalli Mallesh alleged that the contractor had carried out substandard work. JD(S) taluk unit president DB Karibasappa alleged that the damage reflected negligence by minor irrigation department officials responsible for technical supervision of the project. “A detailed inquiry into the quality of construction and the role of both the contractor and departmental officials who supervised the work is needed.