Madanapalle officials told to prepare for incoming HNSS water supply
Annamayya District Collector Nishanth Kumar has ordered officials to prepare for the arrival of Handri-Neeva Sujala Sravanthi (HNSS) water. The directive prioritizes filling local drinking water tanks to mitigate potential shortages caused by El Niño conditions.
Why it matters
Proactive water management is essential for regional food security and public health, especially in areas vulnerable to climate-induced drought.
The much-awaited Handri-Neeva Sujala Sravanthi (HNSS) waters are expected to reach the Madanapalle division of Annamayya district between September 12 and 15. The development prompted Annamayya District Collector Nishanth Kumar to direct officials to give top priority to filling drinking water tanks and to prevent shortages in the coming months.
Addressing an emergency meeting with the concerned officials here on Monday, the Collector directed Irrigation and coordinating departments to complete preparations to conserve water sources immediately.
“The Chippili, SS and Guddivaripalli SS tanks, which cater to Madanapalle town’s drinking water needs, should be filled on priority. Steps should be taken to temporarily raise the storage level of Chippili tank to hold more water than last year. Guddivaripalli tank should be filled to its full capacity,” Nishanth Kumar said.
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