Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Kuntala and Pochera Waterfalls Receive Late Rainwater
The Kuntala and Pochera waterfalls in Telangana usually have a lot of water and tourists by June.
But this year, because of something called the El Nino effect, there was a dry spell, and the waterfalls got water very late, almost two months later than usual.
This made tourists disappointed because there wasn't much water to enjoy.
Fishermen also started their work late this year.
The government is building a new hotel nearby to attract more visitors.
Kuntala and Pochera waterfalls received rainwater nearly two months late due to the El Nino effect.
The waterfalls are usually bustling with tourists and heavy water flow by June.
Kuntala is the highest waterfall in Telangana, located 12 km from Neredigonda.
Fishermen and tourists are affected by the delayed water flow.
The government is constructing a Haritha Hotel to attract more visitors.
- Who
- Tourists, Fishermen, Local Residents
- What
- Delayed water flow in Kuntala and Pochera waterfalls due to El Nino effect
- When
- Last week of July
- Where
- Kuntala, Adilabad district, Telangana
- Why
- El Nino effect causing a dry spell
Tourist Expectations
Natural Phenomena
Tourist Experience
Tourist Expectations
Tourists are disappointed with the lack of water flow and scenic beauty.
Natural Phenomena
The El Nino effect has caused a delay in water flow due to the dry spell.
- Location
- Kuntala, Adilabad district, Telangana
- Height
- Highest waterfall in the state
- Distance from Neredigonda
- 12 km
- National Highway
- NH 44
- Upstream Streams
- Dhannur, Boath, Pochera, Kadam, Degama, Buddigonda
- Tourist Season
- Typically starts in June
- Current Status
- Little water flow as of last week of July
- Development Projects
- Haritha Hotel with reception hall, cottages, swimming pool, and internal roads