The North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO) has opened as many as six gates of the Khandong Dam at Umrangso in Assam’s Dima Hasao district on June 16.
Kopili Water Level Rises
Reportedly, the decision was taken to open the dam gates after the water levels of the Khargol and Kopili Rivers rose above danger levels.
This comes amid incessant rains across the state and other parts of Northeastern region. Last year, an accident at the 75 Megawatt project operated by the NEEPCO caused all operations to be halted.
Repair works are still underway at the hydropower project. The water level of Kopili River has risen beyond the limits in light of the recent incessant rainfall across Assam.
To alert the people residing near the river banks to head to safer locations, the district administration carried out campaigns. Further, they were urged to take precautions by the administration.
