Archive · 24 Aug 2025
Flood Warnings Lifted as Godavari, Krishna Rivers Recede
The water levels in the Godavari and Krishna rivers are going down, which is good news for people living nearby.
Warnings about floods have been removed.
The Godavari and Krishna rivers were releasing a lot of water.
The government is working on ways to stop the flooding from happening in the future, including building a bridge to help people travel easier.
The minister visited affected areas to understand the situation.
Flood warnings were withdrawn along the Godavari and Krishna rivers.
Water levels in both rivers are falling, bringing relief to residents.
The Godavari River discharged 9.31 lakh cusecs from the Sir Arthur Cotton Barrage.
The Krishna River discharged 3.92 lakh cusecs from the Prakasam Barrage.
The government plans permanent measures, including a bridge, to address inundation issues.
- Who
- Authorities, residents in vulnerable areas, and Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu.
- What
- Withdrawal of flood warnings and falling water levels in the Godavari and Krishna rivers.
- When
- Water levels began falling on Saturday.
- Where
- Along the Godavari and Krishna rivers in Andhra Pradesh, India.
- Why
- Due to decreasing water levels after recent flooding, and in response to reduce inundation issues.
Affected Residents
Government
Immediate vs. Long-Term Solutions
Affected Residents
Experiencing inundation and needing immediate relief.
Government
Government focusing on long-term solutions.
- Rivers
- Godavari and Krishna
- Barrages
- Sir Arthur Cotton, Prakasam
- Water Discharge (Godavari)
- 9.31 lakh cusecs
- Water Discharge (Krishna)
- 3.92 lakh cusecs
- Minister
- Nimmala Ramanaidu
- Proposed Solution
- Bridge construction
- Cost of Bridge
- ₹23 crore
