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Telangana and Andhra Pradesh prepare for El Niño drought impacts
Authorities in southern India are implementing emergency measures to combat the impact of El Niño, which has caused rainfall deficits and drought-like conditions. In Telangana, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has ordered a comprehensive action plan to manage potential crises in drinking water, irrigation, agriculture, and electricity supply over the next eight months. The state has requested a ₹20,000 crore special package from the central government and is seeking additional employment days under existing schemes to support affected populations. Officials have also advised farmers against cultivating second crops, such as the Rabi crop, due to declining groundwater and reservoir levels.
To mitigate electricity shortages, the government is encouraging the conservation of power and the postponement of energy-intensive activities. In Andhra Pradesh, officials are similarly calling for collective action on energy and water conservation to protect agricultural and industrial productivity.
In Hyderabad, urban infrastructure is also being addressed. Chief Minister Reddy has directed officials to explore a Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system to alleviate heavy traffic congestion and connect major transit hubs like Metro and MMTS stations. Plans to expedite flyover construction and implement one-way traffic systems around KBR Park are also underway to improve city connectivity.
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Andhra Pradesh · El Niño · Hyderabad · KBR Park · Revanth Reddy · Telangana
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy emphasized the need to strengthen public transportation within the CURE zone. desitalkchicago.com · newsable.asianetnews.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Chief Minister ordered the acceleration of flyover and underpass construction to improve connectivity. desitalkchicago.com · newsable.asianetnews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Chief Minister ordered officials to study global best practices for Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) systems and submit a report. desitalkchicago.com · newsable.asianetnews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The proposed PRT system is intended to connect high-traffic areas with Metro, MMTS, and bus stations. desitalkchicago.com · newsable.asianetnews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Directives were issued to implement a one-way traffic system around KBR Park to streamline movement. desitalkchicago.com · newsable.asianetnews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Officials presented requirements for implementing a Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system in Hyderabad to address traffic congestion. desitalkchicago.com · newsable.asianetnews.com