Part of CM Naidu leads government in Andhra Pradesh as the Veligonda Project diverts Krishna River water.

How will the release of Krishna water into Nallamalasagar affect Kadapa district?

PSVP brings irrigation benefits to Kadapa district The release of Krishna water into Nallamalasagar marks the operational phase of the Poola Subbaiah Veligonda Project (PSVP). This large-scale project is designed to provide both irrigation and drinking water to drought-prone populations across four beneficiary districts, including Kadapa. The project aims to bring irrigation to 4,47,300 acres overall, with specific allocations benefiting various areas within the Kadapa district.

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How it reaches Kadapa

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The twin tunnels carry the Krishna floodwater from the Srisailam Reservoir through Kollam Vagu to Nallamalasagar. This water is part of the PSVP, which is a long-term response to chronic drought and water scarcity in the region.

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- thehindu.com Sep 20
The project's overall goal is to provide irrigation to 4,47,300 acres and drinking water to four lakh people. The benefits extend to the Kadapa district, which is one of the four beneficiary districts of the project.

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- thehindu.com Sep 20

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The facts so far

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The PSVP aims to provide irrigation to 4,47,300 acres and drinking water to four lakh people.thehindu.com
The irrigation network spans four districts, including YSR Kadapa.thehindu.com
Specific allocations benefit areas such as Darsi (23,000 acres) and Yerragondapalem (66,300 acres) in the Kadapa district.thehindu.com
The project is divided into two stages, with Stage II targeted for completion by March 2029.thehindu.com

Why it matters

For Kadapa, the successful implementation of the PSVP is crucial for securing agricultural stability and reliable drinking water. The project addresses long-standing issues of water scarcity and groundwater contamination, offering a large-scale intervention for the region's future needs.

However, the project's success hinges on several factors, including the completion of the Stage II infrastructure by March 2029. Furthermore, the project faces challenges related to land acquisition, resettlement of displaced families, and the timely distribution of water through the extensive canal network.

What we don't know yet

When will the Stage II infrastructure of the PSVP be fully operational?
How will the government ensure the timely completion of land acquisition and resettlement for all affected populations?

What would change this answer

The government successfully completes the Stage II infrastructure by March 2029The full intended benefits of the project, including the remaining 328,300 acres, will be available to beneficiary areas.

The project successfully navigates the outstanding issues of land acquisition and R&R paymentsThe benefits of the water release can be fully realized by the communities in the Kadapa district.

Who else could feel it

Other paths from the same event.

Andhra PradeshReportedThe Veligonda Project significantly boosts Andhra Pradesh's water security and irrigation capacity.

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thehindu.comSep 20

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