Chennai, Nov 5 (IANS) In a proactive measure to strengthen urban flood preparedness, the Tamil Nadu Fisheries Department has invited tenders to procure nearly 200 fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) coracles for use during flood emergencies in cities and towns.

Each coracle, priced at around Rs13,000, will be deployed in areas where floodwaters are not expected to be very deep. According to officials, the tender has been floated on behalf of the State Disaster Management Department, which has sanctioned funds for the initiative.

“We are procuring both coracles and boats to improve flood response capacity in urban areas. About 300 boats will also be acquired, most of them without engines or propellers, as such attachments could make navigation risky if there are submerged obstructions,” said a

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