Hirakud Dam in Odisha releases excess water into Mahanadi river due to heavy rainfall, opening 20 gates in three phases.
Hirakud Dam in Odisha released excess water into the Mahanadi river due to heavy rainfall, marking the first such action this monsoon season. Authorities opened the dam's 20 gates in three phases to manage the excess water efficiently, while the state government alerted residents in downstream areas and advised them to stay away from the riverside. The India Meteorological Department forecasts continued heavy rainfall across Odisha for the next four days.
July 28, 2024
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