Water levels in Nilgiris dams drop due to weak Southwest monsoon; power generation at risk
Insufficient Southwest monsoon rains have caused a drop in Nilgiris dam water levels, risking power generation capacity.
The water levels in Nilgiris dams have decreased significantly, raising concerns about potential impacts on power generation. Against an average summer rainfall of 40 cm, only 10 cm has been recorded so far. Similarly, the Southwest monsoon, which typically brings an average of 65 cm, has only yielded 12 cm in the last one and a half months.
There are 12 power stations under the Kundah and Pykara hydroelectric projects. Electricity board officials have expressed concern that the current water storage shortage could disrupt power distribution. Officials stated that sustained rainfall over the next month is essential to manage the current year's power production requirements.
Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai