Srisailam water to quench thirst of Rayalaseema
The Andhra Pradesh government is prioritizing drinking water security by releasing water from the Srisailam reservoir to Rayalaseema and other regions. Officials are managing water levels carefully to mitigate the potential impact of El Niño conditions through June 2027.
Why it matters
Proactive water management is essential for regional stability and public health in areas prone to drought and climate-related water scarcity.
The Andhra Pradesh government decided to accord top priority to drinking water security in view of the prevailing El Niño conditions, Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu said on Wednesday.
Water from the Srisailam reservoir would be released exclusively to meet the drinking water requirements of Rayalaseema through the Handri Neeva Sujala Sravanthi (HNSS) and Pothireddypadu projects, the Minister said.
According to him, the Srisailam reservoir currently holds around 119 tmc ft of water, while inflows of another 100 tmc ft are expected over the next 10 days. Keeping in mind the possible impact of El Niño, the government plans to conserve water in the reservoir, primarily for drinking purposes until June 2027.
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