Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Khadakwasla Dam Discharge Continues in Pune
The Khadakwasla Dam in Pune, Maharashtra, is releasing water into the Mutha River because of heavy rain.
The dam is full, so water is being let out to make room.
The amount of water being released changes based on how much rain there is.
People are told to stay away from the river because it can be dangerous.
Heavy rainfall filled the Khadakwasla Dam to full capacity.
Water discharge began on Thursday evening and continues at 5708 cusecs.
The irrigation department is monitoring and adjusting the discharge based on rainfall.
Citizens are advised to stay alert and avoid the river basin.
The discharge may increase or decrease depending on weather conditions.
- Who
- Irrigation Department, Citizens of Pune
- What
- Continuous water discharge from Khadakwasla Dam
- When
- Since Thursday evening
- Where
- Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Why
- Heavy rainfall in the catchment area led to the dam reaching full capacity.
Irrigation Department
Citizens
Safety Measures
Irrigation Department
The irrigation department is monitoring the situation and adjusting water discharge as needed to ensure safety.
Citizens
Citizens are advised to stay alert and avoid entering the river basin due to potential dangers.
- Location
- Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Dam
- Khadakwasla Dam
- River
- Mutha River
- Initial Discharge
- Thursday evening
- Current Discharge
- 5708 cusecs