Godavari Flood Waters Recede at Dowleswaram as Inflow Drops

Water levels at the Dowleswaram barrage on the Godavari river are receding as the inflow declined to 7.79 lakh cusecs on Monday, remaining substantially below the 10-lakh cusec first warning mark. The moderation in river flow marks a turning point in the flood situation that has affected several districts across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana over the past week.

Relief and rescue operations are continuing in Chintoor, where 17 tribal habitations remain submerged by floodwaters. Authorities have deployed boats to ferry essential supplies including food, drinking water, and medicines to the isolated communities. The coordinated effort aims to ensure that stranded residents have access to basic necessities while waiting for water levels to return to normal.

Fishermen have been advised to exercise caution and avoid venturing into the river until flood conditions fully normalize. The advisory is part of broader safety protocols implemented by district administrations to prevent casualties during the ongoing relief period. Fishing communities are expected to remain off the river until official clearance is issued.

District officials continue to monitor river levels closely as the monsoon-swollen Godavari gradually returns to manageable conditions. The receding flood waters are expected to ease pressure on embankments and allow trapped residents to return to their homes in the coming days. Preliminary assessments of crop damage and infrastructure impact are underway across affected regions.