Amravati Development Corporation (ADC) Chairperson and Managing Director D. Lakshmi Parthasarathi on Saturday (August 16) instructed officials to expedite works to ensure the swift discharge of floodwaters from Kondaveeti Vagu into the Krishna River.
Reviewing the ongoing flood management operations, she emphasized that all possible measures must be taken on a war footing to avoid waterlogging in vulnerable areas.
Inspecting the stretch between E-10 and E-14 roads, Ms. Parthasarathi directed officials to keep all five culverts open to facilitate a smooth outflow of water downstream.
At Kuragallu, near N-6 (Western Bypass), she ordered the National Highways Authority engineers to immediately deploy additional excavators to clear silt and remove obstructions under the three-span bridge to prevent blockages.
She stressed that heavy machinery should be pressed into service wherever necessary to speed up the discharge process.
The ADC chief made it clear that engineering officials must monitor the operations closely and ensure the seamless movement of floodwaters to the Krishna River. She also directed the deployment of adequate equipment and manpower until the situation is brought under control.
Published – August 16, 2025 05:02 pm IST
