Andhra reservoirs: Godavari/Krishna near full, Pennar basin deficit raises water stress

Heavy upstream runoff has filled major reservoirs in Andhra Pradesh's Godavari and Krishna basins, prompting controlled releases, while Pennar basin reservoirs remain at starkly low levels, particularly in Rayalaseema. The contrast highlights uneven water storage and raises concerns over regional water supply reliability. The situation is developing as monsoon flows evolve.