Archive · 20 Jul 2026
El Nino triggers water crisis in Karimnagar
El Nino is causing a big problem in Karimnagar district.
It's making the area very dry, which means there isn't enough drinking water for people.
The groundwater and reservoirs have less water than usual, and this is making life difficult for everyone.
Experts are worried that things might get worse if it doesn't rain more.
People are being asked to use water carefully to help save what's left.
El Nino-induced dry spell causing drinking water crisis in Karimnagar district.
Groundwater levels and reservoir storage are significantly below normal.
Municipal Corporation supplying water through tankers in affected areas.
Experts warn of worsening situation if rainfall remains below normal.
Residents and authorities appeal for judicious water use and immediate repairs of leaks.
- Who
- Residents and authorities in Karimnagar district
- What
- El Nino-induced dry spell causing drinking water crisis
- When
- Before the peak of the summer season
- Where
- Karimnagar and erstwhile Karimnagar district
- Why
- Prolonged dry spell, declining groundwater levels, and poor reservoir storage
Residents and Authorities
Environmental Experts
Water Conservation Measures
Residents and Authorities
Residents and authorities are appealing for judicious water use and immediate repairs of leaks.
Environmental Experts
Experts warn that current conservation efforts may not be enough without substantial rainfall.
- Groundwater Level in Karimnagar
- 7.84 metres (normal: 8.44 metres)
- Groundwater Level in Peddapalli
- 6.03 metres (normal: 6.29 metres)
- Groundwater Level in Jagtial
- 5.50 metres (normal: 5.81 metres)
- Groundwater Level in Rajanna-Sircilla
- 10.87 metres (normal: 11.15 metres)
- Total Reservoir Storage Capacity
- 80.50 TMC
- Current Reservoir Storage
- 15.049 TMC
- Sripada Yellampalli Reservoir Storage
- 7.81 TMC (capacity: 20.175 TMC)
- Mid Manair Reservoir Storage
- 7.41 TMC (capacity: 27.55 TMC)
- Lower Manair Dam Storage
- 6.006 TMC (capacity: 24 TMC)