By Our Correspondent
Ahmedabad: Monsoon rains have made a powerful start in Gujarat, boosting the average water level in the state’s 206 reservoirs to 46.21%. Currently, 13 reservoirs are filled to 100% capacity, while 18 are on high alert. In comparison, on June 28, 2024, the average water level in Gujarat’s reservoirs stood at 38.24%. Meanwhile, Ahmedabad has recorded unprecedented rainfall, breaking a 10-year record.
The Sardar Sarovar Narmada Dam has also seen a significant inflow of water. Reports indicate an inflow of 54,032 cusecs from upstream areas. Continuous rainfall in Madhya Pradesh has led to fresh water inflow into the Narmada Dam, which currently stands at a level of 118.08 meters. The increased inflow has activated four powerhouses—CHPH-1 and RBPH—generating crores of rupees in revenue for the corporation. Additionally, 12,200 cusecs of water is being released into the Narmada Main Canal. The dam’s maximum capacity level is 138.68 meters.
According to available data, the reservoirs that have reached full capacity include Dhatarwadi-Surajwadi in Amreli, Rojki-Bogad in Bhavnagar, Goma-Bhimad in Botad, Kali-2 in Dahod, Vagodia in Jamnagar, Kalaghogha in Kutch, and Vansal-Lim Bhogavo 1-Subri and Doswada in Tapi. Currently, 31 reservoirs are between 70% and 100% capacity, 35 are between 50% and 70%, 59 are between 25% and 50%, and 68 are below 25%.
Regionally, 10 reservoirs in Saurashtra and one each in Central Gujarat, South Gujarat, and Kutch are completely full. The Sardar Sarovar Dam, a lifeline for the state, currently holds 164,650 million cubic meters of water, which is 49.28% of its total storage capacity.