Heavy rains elevate Himachal dams' water levels
Heavy monsoon showers in Himachal Pradesh have led to a significant increase in water levels in the Pong and Ranjit Sagar dams.
Since June 1, rainfall has been 58% above normal, giving these reservoirs a big boost just as their main filling season kicks off.
More water for irrigation, hydropower across Punjab, Himachal Pradesh
With the Pong Dam now at 1,320 feet (up from last year's 1,306) and Ranjit Sagar also rising past last year's mark, there's more water for irrigation and hydropower across Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and neighboring states.
This means better support for farming and electricity needs during the monsoon—key for local communities.
Bhakra dam still below last year's level
Bhakra Dam is still about 9 feet below last year's level but is slowly catching up thanks to strong inflows.
All these rising water levels are good news if you care about stable power or food supplies in North India.