Archive · 7 Sep 2025
Vadodara Monitors Rising Vishwamitri River Levels Amid Flood Concerns
The Vishwamitri River in Vadodara is rising, causing concern.
The city is watching as water levels inch up.
The Ajwa Reservoir is releasing water in a controlled manner, and its gates were closed Sunday night.
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, as the river is nearing its danger level.
Some residents are moving to safer locations as a precaution.
Officials are hopeful the situation will improve with limited rainfall.
They are also working on infrastructure improvements to prevent future flooding.
The full moon is slowing the water's flow.
Vishwamitri River rose close to 22 feet at Kala Ghoda on Sunday.
VMC closed Ajwa Reservoir gates but continues controlled water release.
River is about 4 feet below the danger level.
Residents in flood-prone areas are taking precautions.
Authorities are monitoring the situation, citing favorable weather forecasts.
- Who
- Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC), residents
- What
- Monitoring and managing rising water levels in the Vishwamitri River due to controlled releases from Ajwa Reservoir.
- When
- As of Sunday, following releases on Saturday.
- Where
- Vadodara, India
- Why
- To manage potential flood risk and maintain water levels.
- River Level at Kala Ghoda (Sunday)
- 21.75 feet
- Danger Level
- 24 feet (at Kala Ghoda)
- Ajwa Reservoir Gates
- Closed Sunday midnight
- Ajwa Reservoir Rule Level
- 212.50 feet (until Sept 30)
- Vishwamitri River Carrying Capacity
- 1,100 cumecs