Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Telangana Minister Assures No Panic Over El Nino
The Revenue Minister of Telangana, Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, has assured farmers and the public that there is no need to panic about the possible impact of El Nino conditions.
He said the government is closely monitoring the situation and will take steps to minimize the effects of any drought.
The minister directed officials from various departments to work together to prevent worsening drought conditions in the Warangal region.
A special officer, A. Sridevasena, has been appointed to oversee drought management measures.
The government will also prepare a report to seek financial and technical assistance from the Centre if needed.
Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy assured farmers and the public that there is no need to panic over El Nino conditions.
The government is monitoring the situation and will take measures to mitigate the impact of potential drought.
Officials from various departments were directed to work together to prevent worsening drought conditions in the Warangal region.
A special officer, A. Sridevasena, has been appointed to oversee drought management measures.
The government will prepare a report to seek financial and technical assistance from the Centre if needed.
- Who
- Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and senior officials from various departments
- What
- Assurance to farmers and the public that there is no need to panic over El Nino conditions
- When
- Tuesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Warangal, Telangana
- Why
- To address concerns about below-normal rainfall during the monsoon season and potential drought conditions
Government Assurance
Potential Concerns
Government's Stance
Government Assurance
The government is monitoring the situation and taking measures to mitigate the impact of potential drought conditions.
Potential Concerns
There are concerns about the impact of below-normal rainfall on farmers and drinking water supply.
- Minister
- Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy
- Districts Involved
- Six districts in the erstwhile Warangal region
- Special Officer
- A. Sridevasena
- Chief Minister
- A. Revanth Reddy
- Key Departments Involved
- Irrigation, Panchayat Raj, Rural Water Supply, Agriculture, Revenue