Godavari Floods Recede at Dowleswaram as Inflow Drops to 7.79 Lakh Cusecs; Relief Operations Intensify in Chintoor

The Godavari River began to recede at the Dowleswaram barrage on Monday, with inflow dropping to 7.79 lakh cusecs, according to officials. The barrage remained below the 10-lakh first warning mark, offering relief to downstream communities. In Chintoor, relief operations continued as boats carried supplies to 17 submerged tribal habitations, and fishermen were instructed to stay off the river until the floodwaters fully recede.

The receding trend comes after days of heavy inflow that had raised concerns of a major flood. The first warning level of 10 lakh cusecs was not breached, but the submerged habitations in Chintoor highlight the vulnerability of tribal areas in the Godavari delta. Officials have been monitoring the situation closely and coordinating relief efforts. No casualties have been reported so far, but the full extent of damage is yet to be assessed.

While the immediate threat has diminished, the focus now shifts to rehabilitation and preventing waterborne diseases. The administration is likely to continue relief operations until normalcy returns. Fishermen have been advised to remain cautious as the river may still be unpredictable. The incident underscores the need for better flood management and infrastructure in the region, especially for isolated tribal communities.