Telangana Gears Up for Heavy Rainfall Response

Telangana Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy has directed district collectors to be on high alert as heavy rains and rising water levels in the Godavari river pose potential threats. Officials are instructed to deploy rescue teams and set up control rooms to coordinate efforts to safeguard lives and properties.

Telangana Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy on Sunday directed district collectors to remain vigilant in response to widespread rainfall across the state.

During a review of the rain situation, Reddy urged officials to deploy rescue teams and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to mitigate the risks posed by rising water levels in the Godavari river.

Precautionary measures were emphasized for low-lying areas and regions facing potential flooding. Reddy instructed officials to prevent people from crossing swollen rivulets and to establish control rooms in district Collectorates for enhanced coordination with police and other departments. Continuous monitoring of the Godavari's water levels was also mandated.

(With inputs from agencies.)