Urgent Plea from Ambad Taluka Farmers Amid Rising Flood Risks
Farmers and local residents from Ambad taluka in Jalna district have raised a strong demand for the deepening of the Mangani River to protect agricultural lands and residential areas from recurring flood threats. With the monsoon in full swing, several villages are facing severe waterlogging, posing risks to crops and homes.
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Rising Water Levels Threaten Agricultural Lands and Villages
Villages such as Nalevadi, Antarwali Sarati, and Vadigodri are among the worst affected by the rising water levels in the Mangani River. Farmers report that continuous heavy rainfall has caused the river to swell beyond its capacity, leading to flooding in farmlands and residential zones. The situation has left many farmers anxious, fearing significant crop loss and property damage.
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Emergency Measures Taken at Jayakwadi Dam
Recently, emergency measures were implemented at the Jayakwadi Irrigation Project after three years, as 9 emergency gates were opened to release the excess inflow from the Nathsagar Reservoir. The discharge reportedly reached 1 lakh cusecs, putting downstream areas along the Godavari River under serious flood threat.
Due to this, several areas near Paithan in Aurangabad and Jalna districts have been submerged, triggering flood warnings across the region. The situation highlighted the growing vulnerability of the region’s infrastructure to handle extreme rainfall events.
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Farmers Stress Proactive Infrastructure Development
The farmers strongly advocate that deepening the Mangani River is not just a short-term solution but a necessary long-term strategy to improve water flow management during monsoons. They warn that without proper action, the frequency and severity of flood-related damages will continue to rise year after year.
Climate Challenges in Marathwada Region
Marathwada has long been prone to climatic extremes, oscillating between devastating droughts and sudden, heavy floods. These events have severely impacted farmers, leading to crop failure, financial losses, and uncertainty about the future of farming in the region.
The demand for deepening the river highlights the broader need for government-supported infrastructure projects that can make the region more resilient to climate change.
Awaiting Government Response
As the monsoon progresses, farmers await a decisive response from the local and state government. Whether the Mangani River will be deepened in time to prevent further damage remains a critical question. The situation continues to evolve, and local authorities are under pressure to take prompt and effective measures.
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