Power generation suspended at Balimela plant amid severe flooding
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Heavy rainfall in Malkangiri, Odisha, has led to a suspension of power generation at the Balimela hydroelectric plant and caused water levels at the Satiguda reservoir to reach dangerous levels.
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- Balimela hydroelectric power station suspended electricity production on September 22 due to heavy rainfall and flooding in the Malkangiri district.
- Authorities have instructed the plant to keep production stopped and refrain from releasing reservoir water until at least September 29.
- The Satiguda reservoir is currently overflowing, with water levels exceeding the danger mark of 194 meters.
- Local administration and departments are monitoring the situation as flooding affects surrounding areas.
What to watch next
- Water level status at Balimela and Satiguda reservoirs
- Resumption of power generation after September 29
- Flood situation in the Potteru area
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NamedIndia · Balimela Hydroelectric Plant · Satiguda Reservoir · Malkangiri · Odisha Hydro Power Corporation · Potteru Irrigation Department
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