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Six Gates of Banasagar Dam Opened in Shahdol to Release Water into Son River
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 30 Aug 2026, 07:33 PM
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Due to continuous rain and rising water levels in the Banasagar dam catchment, six gates were opened on Sunday, allowing a controlled flow into the Son River. Authorities have warned residents along the river to stay alert.
The Banasagar dam in Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, began releasing water on Sunday after authorities opened six of its spillway gates. The decision was taken in response to persistent rainfall that has raised the water level in the dam's catchment area.
Engineers are allowing a measured volume of water to flow into the Son River to prevent the reservoir from exceeding safe limits. The controlled release is intended to mitigate the risk of sudden flooding downstream.
Local officials have issued an alert urging people living near the Son River banks to remain vigilant and avoid low‑lying areas. They have also advised fishermen and commuters to exercise caution while the water discharge continues.
Engineers are allowing a measured volume of water to flow into the Son River to prevent the reservoir from exceeding safe limits. The controlled release is intended to mitigate the risk of sudden flooding downstream.
Local officials have issued an alert urging people living near the Son River banks to remain vigilant and avoid low‑lying areas. They have also advised fishermen and commuters to exercise caution while the water discharge continues.