Government takes up restoration work on war footing in Vizianagaram and Srikakulam districts

The government has undertaken restoration of connectivity to various villages in Vizianagaram and Srikakulam districts in the backdrop of damage to causeways in several places. Over 75,000 people living in Vangara mandal lost connectivity with Rajam in Vizianagaram district due to the complete damage of a causeway, which was washed away due to floods in the Nagavali River and four seasonal streams.

Following complaints by the local people, the administration had begun restoration works by sanctioning ₹10 lakh for its construction.

Minister of MSME Kondapalli Srinivas, who visited the causeway area on Saturday (September 26, 2026), said that the restoration works would likely be completed by Sunday (September 27). Rajam MLA Kondru Murali Mohan requested the government to construct a bridge, which would require around ₹50 lakh, as the causeway would be a temporary arrangement.