Fadnavis Reviews Marathwada Flood Crisis, Orders High Alert in Nanded
Fadnavis orders urgent disaster response as rains wreak havoc.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis took swift action on Monday, reviewing the dire situation in Marathwada, where torrential rains and flooding last week caused widespread destruction to homes, infrastructure, and farmland. With the region still reeling from the deluge, Fadnavis directed authorities in Nanded to maintain high alert, particularly due to significant water discharge from the Jayakwadi Dam, as part of a broader effort to mitigate further damage across the state.
The Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) reported that the Jayakwadi Dam is currently releasing 1.88 lakh cusecs of water, with no further increase expected as rainfall has subsided. The discharged water is anticipated to reach Nanded by 8 p.m., prompting Fadnavis to ensure all disaster management systems are fully operational. The CM has been in constant communication with local administrations in affected districts and the water resources department, closely monitoring water releases from multiple dams to prevent additional flooding.
The heavy rains, which battered Maharashtra last week, claimed 10 lives in rain-related incidents within a 24-hour period, according to authorities. Over 11,800 people have been rescued from flood-hit areas across the state, with relief operations ongoing. In Parbhani district, the Yeldari Dam is releasing 29,400 cusecs of water, while water levels in the Manjara and Terna Rivers are gradually receding, offering some relief. The situation in western Maharashtra remains stable, with controlled discharges of 75,000 cusecs from the Ujani Dam and 80,000 cusecs from Sina Kolegaon.
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In Nashik, water releases from the Gangapur Dam (11,000 cusecs) and Mula Dam (10,000 cusecs) are being managed carefully, while the Jayakwadi reservoir’s discharge has been reduced from 87,000 to 68,000 cusecs as rainfall intensity wanes. In Jalgaon, the Girna Dam is releasing 54,500 cusecs, and the Hatnur reservoir is discharging 65,800 cusecs. Rivers in the Konkan region are flowing below warning levels, signaling a slight improvement in conditions.
Fadnavis’s proactive oversight underscores the state’s commitment to addressing the crisis, with disaster response teams working tirelessly to support affected communities. As Marathwada and other regions recover, the government is prioritizing rehabilitation, infrastructure restoration, and measures to safeguard agricultural lands from further damage. The CM has assured residents that all resources are being mobilized to ensure their safety and recovery in the wake of this natural disaster.
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