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Godavari Waters: Telangana to file Civil Suit in Supreme Court

Herald Bureau1 month ago4 weeks ago05 mins

The project, aimed at diverting floodwaters from the Polavaram reservoir on the Godavari to the drought-prone Rayalaseema region via Nallamala Sagar, has sparked intense opposition from Telangana. The state argues that any such diversion could violate the Godavari Water Disputes Tribunal (GWDT) Award of 1980, which allocates Andhra Pradesh only 484.5 TMC (thousand million cubic feet) of water, and encroach on Telangana’s equitable share

Flood Risk monitored in Telangana as Godavari Inflows Surge.

Herald Bureau7 months ago7 months ago01 mins

The Godavari River is witnessing a surge in its water levels, particularly in Telangana, as heavy rainfall lashes its upper catchment areas and tributaries in Maharashtra. The rise in the river levels is largely due to relentless rainfall in the catchment of Pranahita and other tributaries, compounded by increased discharges from upstream river basin projects…

Polavaram Project: Telangana fails to get its submergence Concerns addressed

Herald Bureau8 months ago8 months ago03 mins

Despite a 2022 Supreme Court order and multiple meetings with the CWC and PPA, progress remains stalled. In April 2024, Andhra Pradesh agreed to a CWC-led survey, but as of April 2025, no survey has been conducted. Telangana has proposed keeping all 48 dam gates open year-round to mitigate backwater risks and urged a revised study using updated flood data. Andhra Pradesh’s offers of flood banks or compensation have been met with skepticism, with Telangana insisting on comprehensive protective measures.

Godavari River : A Sacred Lifeline Under Threat from Pollution

Herald Bureau8 months ago8 months ago05 mins

The Godavari’s fertile delta, known as the “Rice Granary of South India,” sustains crops like rice and pulses, while its cultural significance draws pilgrims to sites like Trimbakeshwar and Bhadrachalam, especially during the Pushkaram festival every 12 years. However, the Godavari’s sanctity and utility are under severe threat due to rampant pollution, rendering its water unfit for human consumption in many stretches.