Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Deputy CM Approves 1,000 Cusecs Water Release to Yeleru Reservoir
The Deputy Chief Minister, Pawan Kalyan, has approved the release of 1,000 cusecs of water from the Yeleru Reservoir to help farmers in the Pithapuram, Peddapuram, and Jaggampeta constituencies.
This decision was made during an Irrigation Advisory Board meeting, considering the low water levels due to El Nino.
The released water will irrigate 53,000 acres of farmland.
Farmers are advised to choose crops that need less water and to get crop insurance.
The government is also working on alternative schemes to ensure water supply through the Godavari river and other irrigation projects.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan approved the release of 1,000 cusecs of water to the Yeleru Reservoir.
The water will irrigate 53,000 acres in Pithapuram, Peddapuram, and Jaggampeta constituencies.
Low water levels due to El Nino have raised concerns about the availability of water for the Kharif crop.
Farmers are advised to opt for 'irrigated dry' crops and obtain crop insurance.
Alternative schemes, including lifting water through the Godavari river, are being considered to ensure water supply.
- Who
- Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, Irrigation Advisory Board, Farmers
- What
- Release of 1,000 cusecs of water to Yeleru Reservoir
- When
- Decision made after the IAB meeting on Tuesday
- Where
- Yeleru Reservoir, Pithapuram, Peddapuram, Jaggampeta constituencies
- Why
- To provide irrigation to farmers despite low water levels due to El Nino
Farmers' Needs
Water Availability Constraints
Water Release
Farmers' Needs
Farmers need water for irrigation to cultivate crops, especially during the Kharif season.
Water Availability Constraints
Water levels are low due to El Nino, making it uncertain if the reservoir can sustain the release.
Crop Choices
Farmers' Needs
Farmers are advised to opt for 'irrigated dry' crops that require less water to mitigate risks.
Water Availability Constraints
Farmers may prefer traditional crops like paddy, which require more water, despite the risks.
- Water Release
- 1,000 cusecs
- Affected Areas
- Pithapuram, Peddapuram, Jaggampeta constituencies
- Total Command Area
- 53,000 acres
- Current Water Availability
- 8.2tmc out of 15tmc
- Rainfall Deficit
- 63% locally, 90% across the state
- Alternative Scheme Cost
- ₹3 crore