Jamshedpur: Flood threat returned to Jamshedpur and adjoining areas on Monday as continuous rain and discharge from upstream reservoirs pushed the Kharkai and Subarnarekha rivers above critical levels.The East Singhbhum district administration intensified surveillance in low-lying localities and settlements along riverbanks. Kadma, Bagbera, Jugsalai, Bhuiyandih, Mango and Sonari are among the areas vulnerable to flooding and waterlogging.Water levels rose following discharge from Chandil, Ganjia, Galudih and Bangabil dams. Between Sunday evening and Monday morning, 17 floodgates of Chandil dam were opened. Ganjia and Galudih opened eight and six radial gates, respectively, while Bankabal dam in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj opened four gates.Together, the reservoirs discharged 3,708.37 cumecs of water into the two rivers. At 4 pm, Subarnarekha was flowing at 120.64 metres, nearing its danger mark of 121.80 m. Kharkai crossed its danger level of 129 m and was flowing at 130.95 m.Relief and rescue teams have been put on alert. “The situation is being continuously monitored. Citizens are advised to exercise caution and cooperate with the administration,” East Singhbhum DC Rajiv Ranjan said.He urged residents of low-lying areas and riverbanks to remain vigilant and move to elevated places or designated shelters if required.Jamshedpur recorded 42.4 mm rain between Sunday morning and Monday evening. With more rain forecast, officials warned that waterlogging and flood risks could worsen. The city had faced a flash flood-like situation in mid-Aug.
