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VMC to bring Champavati river water from Andra reservoir to meet Fort City's water needs
Vizianagaram Municipal Corporation plans to source Champavati river water from the Andra reservoir in Gajapathinagaram constituency to address summer water shortages in Fort City. Fort City currently needs about 47 MLD, but supply is below 35 MLD in April and May; the plan requires irrigation department permission and the commissioner urged uninterrupted supply across all 50 divisions.
Why It Matters
The move seeks to close the gap between water demand and supply for Fort City during peak summer, potentially affecting service delivery and governance over local water resources.
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Announcement of plan to source water from Andra reservoir for Fort City
April 19, 2026
Vizianagaram Municipal Corporation announced plans to bring Champavati river water from the Andra reservoir in the Gajapathinagaram constituency to meet the water needs of Fort City. The city faces a summer shortfall, with demand around 47 million litres per day (MLD) and current availability below 35 MLD during April and May. The plan awaits prior permission from the irrigation department, and Commissioner B. Bala Swamy directed officials to ensure uninterrupted supply across all 50 divisions.