Ranjit Sagar Dam

Punjab on high alert: Ranjit Sagar Dam releases water; early October could bring record-breaking rains

Punjab on high alert: Ranjit Sagar Dam releases water; early October could bring record-breaking rains

National Times Bureau :- Punjab, still recovering from recent devastating floods, is now facing the threat of yet another flood. Following a fresh forecast from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting heavy rainfall from October 4 to 7 across Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu, the Ranjit Sagar Dam has released additional water into the Ravi river. Senior engineers and technical experts from the Punjab Water Resources Department discussed the situation with top IMD officials during a virtual meeting. Meanwhile, the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has initiated internal deliberations and strategic planning to manage the expected water surge.…
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