Manjeera River

In Medak, near the Edupayala temple, a dramatic rescue operation took place after two youths from Kukatpally were swept away by the swollen Manjeera River.

About Manjeera River

The Manjeera River is a key tributary of the Godavari River. It flows through several states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana.

Course of the Manjeera River:

• Origin: The river originates in the Balaghat range of hills near Ahmednagar District, Maharashtra, at an altitude of about 823 meters (2,700 feet).

• Path: It passes through Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana, with the final stretch forming the boundary between Maharashtra to the west and Telangana to the east.

• Confluence: It eventually drains into the Godavari River at Basara, near Nizamabad, Telangana.

Length and Catchment Area:

• Total Length: The river spans a total length of 724 kilometers.

• Catchment Area: The catchment area of the Manjeera River is approximately 30,844 square kilometers.

Tributaries of the Manjeera River

Some notable tributaries that feed the Manjeera include:

• Haldi (Haridra)

• Lendi

• Nalla

• Manyad

• Terna

• Tawarja

• Gharni

Key Projects on the Manjeera River

Several important water projects have been developed along the Manjeera River to provide irrigation and drinking water to the region:

1. Singur Dam / Singur Reservoir:

   • This project is located in the Medak district of Telangana and serves as a key source of irrigation and drinking water for the surrounding areas.

2. Nizam Sagar Project:

   • Another significant project on the river, providing irrigation water to a large portion of the Nizamabad region in Telangana.

The Manjeera River plays a crucial role in sustaining the agricultural needs of the Telangana and surrounding regions, especially during the dry seasons.