Water level surging at Hirakud Dam, 20 gates opened for rainwater discharge

Hirakud Dam's water level surges to 609.33 feet, prompting the opening of 20 gates for rainwater discharge amid heavy rainfall in Odisha. It is discharging 2,26,150 cusecs of water per second. The situation is being closely monitored by local authorities to manage the growing flood risks in surrounding areas.

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