Chandil Dam's 13 Gates Open, Several Jamshedpur Areas Flooded

Continuous heavy rainfall has led to a sharp rise in the water level of the Chandil Dam, prompting authorities to open all 13 gates. The release of a large volume of water into the Subarnarekha River has increased the risk of flooding in low-lying areas of Jamshedpur and adjoining regions.

The Chandil Dam water level reached around 180.75 metres, following which all 13 gates were opened. Reports said that around 1,250 cubic metres of water per second was being released into the Subarnarekha River through the gates and sluice gates. The rising river level has raised concerns in areas along its banks.

Several low-lying areas in and around Jamshedpur have already been affected by the rising water level. The situation has been compounded by continued rainfall and rising levels of the Subarnarekha and Kharkai rivers.

Residents of vulnerable areas have been advised to remain alert and avoid going near rivers, waterlogged areas and other potentially dangerous locations. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as further rainfall could cause water levels to rise further.

The opening of all 13 gates has also heightened the flood threat in the downstream areas of the Subarnarekha, with administration and local agencies keeping a close watch on the situation.