Safety concerns mount over partially collapsed Thammanam water tank (opens original article in a new tab)

Safety concerns grow over the partially collapsed Thammanam water tank as no structural repairs or replacement have been implemented seven months after the collapse, with experts recommending new construction over repairs.

• Partially collapsed water tank at Thammanam poses safety concerns due to lack of structural strengthening
• No progress has been made on proposals to repair or replace the damaged tank since November 2025
• Expert committee recommended constructing a new tank instead of repairing the collapsed chamber