Kumily: Idukki district is reeling under relentless downpours, forcing the opening of the Mullaperiyar Dam after water levels surged past the rule curve. Authorities have opened three shutters, releasing water at a rate of 1,400 cubic feet per second (cusecs) to ease the pressure. By 8 a.m., the dam level had climbed to 138.25 feet, Read More…
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has dismissed exaggerated concerns about the Mullaperiyar Dam, stating that some individuals are creating unnecessary fear about potential devastation in Kerala. The Court highlighted that the dam has successfully withstood 135 years of monsoons, exceeding its originally estimated lifespan by more than double. As part of Read More…
The Supreme Court of India has recently addressed the growing concerns about the safety of the Mullaperiyar Dam, located on the Periyar River in Kerala. The Court, after reviewing the situation, emphasized the dam’s exceptional longevity, noting that it has successfully endured 2.5 times its original intended lifespan of 50 years. The 130-year-old dam, initially Read More…
The Supreme Court of India has called upon the states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu to present their views on which committee would be the most effective in overseeing the safety and management of the Mullaperiyar Dam. This comes amid ongoing concerns about the dam’s structural integrity and the safety of the millions of people Read More…