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Time of India
a day ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Sagar nearly full, Uttam to release water today
1 2 Hyderabad: After almost 18 years, water will be released from Nagarjunasagar in July. Generally, the Sagar dam reaches full reservoir level (FRL) of 590 feet in Aug. However, this year, due to good inflows from upstream areas on the Krishna River, the Sagar water level has reached 583 feet, with a total water reserve of 293 thousand million cubic feet (tmc ft) against the full capacity of 312 tmc ft. Irrigation minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy would formally open the gates and release water downstream on Tuesday. The irrigation department, through six gates, would release 50,000 cusecs of the total 1.40 lakh cusecs it has been receiving from upstream areas every day. It would help the farmers of both Telangana and AP irrigate about 11 lakh acres in the upcoming kharif season. The AP govt, which controls the Srisailam project upstream of Nagarjunasagar, started releasing water in the past few days. Against the FRL of 885 feet, the present level at Srisailam is 882 feet. Irrigation officials said that for the kharif season, the farmers might require 60-65 tmcft of water. Of the approximately 11 lakh acres in both Telugu states, the ayacut in Telangana is about seven lakh acres under the Nagarjunasagar left bank canal. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad Telangana govt is also happy as the full reservoir level at Sagar would ensure drinking water supply to Greater Hyderabad for the entire year. Generally, Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWS&SB) undertakes emergency pumping to provide water during peak summer as Sagar is now the primary source of water to the city. Of the 590 million gallons per day (MGD), the city gets 490 from Krishna three phases. This year, the water board was under pressure to meet the demand as temperatures started soaring in Feb-March itself.
New Indian Express
21-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
HMWSSB to account for every drop with smart valve meter tech
HYDERABAD: The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) is set to automate around 1,000 valves on a pilot basis using the Smart Valve Meter Technology. Officials believe it's a step in the bid to modernise the city's water supply system and account for every drop supplied. The city's water network has nearly 15,000 small and large valves, but only about 35% are regularly operated by linemen. Manual operation, especially on main roads, poses safety risks due to traffic. There have been fatal incidents in the past. Smart valves, integrated with sensors and communication systems, allow remote monitoring and control of water flow. This eliminates the need for manual operation, reduces dependency on linemen, improves efficiency and cuts operational costs, the officials mentioned. Pilot in Sanathnagar successful A pilot project in Sanathnagar Division has proven successful, and the Board plans to expand the initiative. A centralised control room will be set up at the HMWSSB head office to monitor, regulate and operate valves. The system will also be linked to smart meters, water quality monitors and billing data. HMWSSB Managing Director K Ashok Reddy has directed officials to study the feasibility of scaling up automation. He also proposed installing smart meters at reservoir outlets and in bulk water supply zones to ensure precise measurement and accountability. With the new system, linemen can operate valves remotely via a mobile app, without visiting sites physically. The smart valves are solar-powered with battery backup, ensuring uninterrupted function. Traditionally, managing the 15,000 valves required nearly 2,000 linemen, with water often released at midnight. Officials believe this upgrade will improve water distribution and benefit residents.
New Indian Express
11-07-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
GHMC collects crores, has no means to monitor RWHS pits
HYDERABAD: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has collected Rs 21.2 crore in the last five years as Rainwater Harvesting Structure (RWHS) charges from property owners seeking building permissions, yet nearly 40% of buildings above 200 square metres lack the mandatory RWHS pits. GHMC also collects development charges, labour cess, environmental impact fees, and open space contribution charges for building permissions. The GHMC mandates that owners construct RWHS at their own expense but offers no technical assistance and has no follow-up mechanism in place to ensure compliance or maintenance. In the last five years, the GHMC has approved 7,210 building permissions and issued 23,239 RWHS permissions. While the collected funds are intended to build pits in public spaces, both officials and surveys admit that many of these structures have become defunct due to poor upkeep. A survey conducted by the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) on RWHS pits in buildings with an area above 300 square metres found that 40 per cent of the buildings lacked mandatory RWHS pits but were still given Occupancy Certificates (OCs). Even among the 60 per cent that had soak pits, many have become defunct due to lack of maintenance. The GHMC has admitted that it has no mechanism to check regular maintenance. Of the 42,784 surveyed premises, 22,825 were found to have RWHS, while 17,385 lacked them. Notices were issued to 16,190 owners to construct the RWHS. The HMWSSB has urged GHMC to ensure strict compliance with the rules before issuing Occupancy Certificates for any buildings above 200 square metres, as per the WALTA Act. It must check whether the owners have constructed RWHS pits; if not, their OC applications should be rejected.
New Indian Express
01-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
HMWSSB plans future-proof projects for Telangana core urban region
HYDERABAD: With Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy ordering a long-term urban policy for the Telangana Core Urban Region (TCUR) within the Outer Ring Road (ORR), the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) is preparing a master plan for water and sewerage projects for the TCUR, based on population estimates up to 2047. The Water Board plans to expand its jurisdiction from 1,400 to 2,050 square kilometres and submit the report to the state government within three months, HMWSSB Managing Director K Ashok Reddy, who completed one year in office, told TNIE. The Godavari Drinking Water Supply Project (GDWSP) Phase II and III, costing Rs 7,360 crore, will provide 20 tmcft of water from Mallannasagar — 15 tmcft for Hyderabad's drinking needs and 5 tmcft for filling Osmansagar and Himayatsagar reservoirs as part of the Musi rejuvenation project. Tenders for the project have been finalised.
The Hindu
29-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Water Board MD says there is no threat to Manjeera barrage
The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWS&SB) has earmarked ₹3.52 crore for urgent repair works on Manjeera barrage, including replacement of gates, ropes and components. The proposal was finalised last year, the tender process has been completed and the related agency designated for the works. HMWS&SB Managing Director K. Ashok Reddy, who, along with a senior official, inspected the infrastructure on Saturday, said the State Dam Safety Authority has submitted its assessment on Friday, and no structural threat to Manjeera barrage was found. Mr. Reddy, who inspected the barrage gates, pillars and pump houses, also instructed the construction agency for repair works to check leakage from gate two. It was stated that about 45 days would be required to carry out the work for gate replacement, during which time the water level will be kept below the minimum drawdown level. The related works were also postponed for now to avoid drinking water problems. In line with the modernisation works on Manjeera Drinking Water Project, which includes a new pipeline along with the existing phase 1 and 2 pipelines, a detailed project report for ₹600 crore was also prepared and submitted to the government, Mr. Reddy stated.
