Inauguration and Participants
On July 3, 2026, Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the restored Muzhiyan Kulam in Pooranankuppam village, Puducherry. The ceremony was attended by the Chief Minister of Puducherry Mr. N. Rangasamy, Lieutenant Governor Shri K. Kailashnathan, Rajya Sabha MP Mr. S. Selvaganapathy, senior ministers, legislative assembly members, government officials, and local residents.
Restoration Project Details
The restoration was executed by Lumina Datamatics, a strategic partner to global publishers and e‑commerce retailers, in collaboration with the Dhanasundarambal Charitable Society, local community stakeholders, and public representatives. The objective was to revive the traditional water body, strengthen water‑conservation efforts, improve water‑storage capacity, support groundwater recharge, enhance local biodiversity, and increase water availability for surrounding communities.
ESG and Corporate Commitment
Sameer Kanodia, Vice Chairman and CEO of Lumina Datamatics & TNQTech, stated that the project reflects collective community effort and aligns with the company’s ESG commitments, emphasizing long‑term value creation for both communities and the environment.
Strategic Alignment with Government Priorities
The initiative aligns with the Government of India’s focus on strengthening water security, reviving traditional water bodies, promoting sustainable resource management, and encouraging community participation in conservation. Dignitaries highlighted the importance of protecting and restoring water bodies as part of broader climate‑resilience and sustainable‑development goals.
About Lumina Datamatics
Lumina Datamatics provides digital content services, retail support services, and technology solutions to publishing and retail industries worldwide. It serves eight of the top ten academic publishers and three of the five largest retailers and marketplaces globally, employing over 7,500 professionals across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, the Philippines, and India.