Archive · 27 May 2025
Almatti Dam Engineer Dies of Cardiac Arrest
Sharanappa Chalavadi, an engineer who worked on the Almatti dam, passed away due to a heart attack.
He dedicated three decades to the Krishna Bhagya Jal Nigam Limited (KBJNL), including many years on the dam.
Chalavadi played a crucial role by providing technical information for legal cases about water disputes.
He was skilled in water storage and management, as well as flood control.
His work also involved supporting legal teams in court cases related to water distribution.
Chalavadi was also recognized with a state government award for his services.
Sharanappa Chalavadi, 57, an Almatti dam engineer, died of cardiac arrest.
He worked for Krishna Bhagya Jal Nigam Limited (KBJNL) for 30 years.
Chalavadi was involved in the maintenance of the Almatti dam for over two decades.
He provided technical data to advocates in Krishna River water dispute tribunals.
Chalavadi was honored with the Balekundri award by the state government.
- Who
- Sharanappa Chalavadi, assistant executive engineer of KBJNL
- What
- Sharanappa Chalavadi, an Almatti dam engineer, died of cardiac arrest.
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Vijayapura
- Why
- The cause of death was cardiac arrest.
- Age
- 57
- Occupation
- Assistant Executive Engineer, KBJNL
- Primary Work Location
- Almatti Dam
- KBJNL Service Length
- 30 years
- Dam Water Maintenance
- 2002-2020
- Award Received
- Balekundri Award