Rajasthan Records 88% Above-Normal Rainfall, 226 Dams Overflowing—CM Sharma Hails it as a Sign of Prosperity

Jaipur : Rajasthan has received exceptionally good rainfall this monsoon, with total rainfall so far being nearly 88% above the normal. As a result, reservoirs and dams across the state are overflowing, and water levels are rising significantly. A total of 226 dams have either reached full capacity or begun overflowing.

Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed satisfaction over the rainfall, calling it a “positive sign of the state’s prosperity and well-being.” He added that lush greenery now blankets the state and crops are thriving in the fields, lifting the spirits of farmers and citizens alike.

The Chief Minister emphasized that the results of two major state-led initiatives—‘Karmabhoomi se Matribhumi’ Campaign and ‘Vande Ganga Water Conservation Jan Abhiyan’—are becoming clearly visible. The excess rainwater is being absorbed into the ground through recharge shafts and water conservation structures built under these programs, contributing to groundwater replenishment.

He highlighted that, with the help of non-resident Rajasthanis, 45,000 water conservation structures are planned over the next four years. The Vande Ganga campaign has further accelerated water conservation efforts through activities like reservoir repairs, desilting, improving drainage, removing encroachments, tree plantation, and voluntary labor around dams.

CM Sharma also urged residents to stay alert during the rainy season, advising caution in the face of lightning, flooding, and weakened buildings, and to avoid crossing submerged roads or bridges.

Monsoon Statistics So Far:

• Rainfall (June 1–July 28): 369.79 mm
• Normal rainfall in same period: 196.79 mm
• Increase: 87.91% above normal
• Total monsoon season rainfall (June–Sept avg.): 424.71 mm
• So far received: 87.07% of seasonal average
• Highest rainfall: 1261 mm in Ramganj Mandi, Kota district

Dam Storage Data:

• Total Dams: 693
• Full capacity: 13,026.511 MCM
• Current water storage: 9,813.162 MCM (75.33%)
• Water inflow (June 15–July 28): 4,167.89 MCM
• Large Dams (23):
  • Capacity: 8,196.754 MCM
  • Current: 6,896.52 MCM (84.14%)
• Medium & Small Dams (670):
  • Capacity: 4,829.756 MCM
  • Current: 2,916.64 MCM (60.39%)

Several key dams have had their gates opened due to overflowing:

• Bisalpur Dam (Tonk): 6 gates opened (first time overflowing in July)
• Navnera Dam (Kota): 13 gates opened
• Isarda Dam: Water inflow has begun due to heavy rainfall in catchment areas; water will soon be transferred from Bisalpur.