Reservoirs in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana face major shortage

Reservoirs in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana face major shortage

Subject: Geography

Section: Indian physical

Context: The water levels in the reservoirs in the southern states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have witnessed a significant drop over the past few months

Reservoirs in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

Srisailam Reservoir (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana)

The total percentage of water storage, as of January 4, in Srisailam Reservoir, is 21%. The percentage of the water level in the corresponding period last year was 43%

Nagarjuna Sagar Reservoir (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana)

It is one of the most impacted water reservoirs. The current year’s water storage percentage stands at 13% which is way low in comparison to last year’s 82%.

Somasila Reservoir (Andhra Pradesh)

This year’s total water storage in Somasila Reservoir has shown a significant drop. As per the CWC data, the reservoir has recorded at 36%. Last year, the storage percentage was 91%.

Yeleru Reservoir (Andhra Pradesh)

The Yeleru Reservoir has seen a significant drop in water level. The percentage for the current year is 34%. Whereas, the authorities recorded 74% water during this time in 2023.

Kandaleru Reservoir (Andhra Pradesh)

The water storage level stands at 13% in comparison to last year’s 78% in 2023.