All 196 gates of the Gurjapur bridge-cum-barrage in Raichur were opened after the Krishna river swelled following upstream releases from the Almatti and Narayanpur reservoirs. The move was taken to let the increased volume of water pass through more smoothly.
The development underlines how reservoir releases upstream can quickly affect river conditions downstream. With the Krishna carrying a heavier flow, officials acted at the barrage to reduce pressure and keep water moving across the structure.
Authorities also issued a public warning, asking residents to stay away from the river while water levels remain elevated. The advisory comes as strong flow near the barrage can turn dangerous even without visible flooding.
The situation at Gurjapur is being closely watched as the Krishna continues to respond to releases from the two major dams. For now, the opening of all 196 gates reflects the scale of the rise in river flow reaching Raichur.
