Archive · 21 Jun 2025
Concerns Raised Over Komaram Bheem Irrigation Project Safety
The Komaram Bheem irrigation project has locals worried.
The dam has cracks, and heavy rain could cause problems.
Officials are keeping water levels low to be safe.
There's a warning system now, but in the past, sudden water releases caused a tragedy.
Inspections have taken place, and authorities are taking precautions.
The project irrigates land, but the safety of the dam is a top concern.
Residents near the Komaram Bheem irrigation project express safety concerns.
Cracks have developed in the project's bund, with only temporary repairs made.
Officials maintain lower water levels than capacity as a safety measure.
A warning system is in place, and gates have been tested.
A 2012 incident resulted in student deaths due to sudden water release.
- Who
- Residents near the Komaram Bheem project, irrigation officials, and the Central Water Commission.
- What
- Concerns over safety at the Komaram Bheem irrigation project.
- When
- Ongoing; safety inspections occurred about 1.5 months ago.
- Where
- Komaram Bheem Asifabad district, Telangana, India.
- Why
- Due to cracks in the dam and potential for flooding during monsoon season.
Concerned Residents
Irrigation Officials
Safety Measures
Concerned Residents
Insufficient safety measures, potential for flooding, and lack of adequate repair work.
Irrigation Officials
Irrigation officials' actions to keep water levels lower than maximum capacity.
- Project Name
- Komaram Bheem Irrigation Project
- Location
- Komaram Bheem Asifabad district, Telangana
- Full Capacity
- 10.6 TMC ft
- Current Water Level (approx.)
- 4.7 TMC ft
- Cost
- ₹367 crore
- Incident
- 2012 student deaths due to sudden release