Authorities Open 10 More Gates at Hirakud Reservoir
Authorities at Hirakud Dam have opened 10 additional sluice gates, raising the total to 12 gates currently discharging water.
The move comes in response to heavy inflows from upstream catchment areas, which have pushed reservoir levels higher.
Officials emphasised that the controlled release is essential to maintain dam safety and balance downstream flow.
Residents in low‑lying areas along the Mahanadi river system have been advised to remain vigilant as water discharge increases.
Dam management is closely monitoring inflows and downstream conditions to prevent flooding incidents.
The development coincides with flood alerts across Odisha, where several districts are already reporting embankment breaches and villages cut off due to rising waters.
