Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Officials Directed to Prepare for El Niño Impact
Officials in Ongole have been told to work together to get ready for a possible water shortage caused by El Niño.
The district collector, P Raja Babu, had a meeting with local officials and told them to make sure no water is wasted.
He also said that special centers should teach farmers about natural farming and that people should not waste drinking water.
The officials have three months to provide jobs to support rural people.
District collector P Raja Babu directed officials to work together to overcome water shortages due to El Niño.
Irrigation officials must monitor water sources and fix leakages to prevent water waste.
44 Bio Resource Centres will create awareness about natural farming methods.
Employment will be provided continuously for three months through the VB-G RAM G scheme.
Villagers are urged not to waste drinking water for non-essential uses.
- Who
- District collector P Raja Babu and mandal-level officials
- What
- Directives to prepare for El Niño impact
- When
- During a video conference on Tuesday
- Where
- Ongole
- Why
- To overcome expected water shortages due to El Niño conditions
Proactive Measures
Potential Challenges
Coordination and Responsibility
Proactive Measures
Officials are directed to work in a coordinated manner to overcome water shortages.
Potential Challenges
The challenge lies in ensuring all departments work together effectively.
Water Conservation
Proactive Measures
Irrigation officials are tasked with monitoring water sources and fixing leakages.
Potential Challenges
Ensuring no water is wasted requires constant vigilance and immediate action.
Awareness and Employment
Proactive Measures
Bio Resource Centres will create awareness about natural farming methods.
Potential Challenges
Providing continuous employment for three months is a significant undertaking.
- Location
- Ongole
- Official
- P Raja Babu
- Condition
- El Niño
- Bio Resource Centres
- 44
- Employment Scheme
- VB-G RAM G