Gottipati Ravi Kumar welcomes Srisailam project's reported World Book of Records recognition, highlighting irrigation, drinking water, power generation and Pattiseema's benefits to Rayalaseema.
AMARAVATI: Andhra Pradesh Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar has welcomed the reported recognition of the Srisailam project by the World Book of Records, describing it as a proud achievement for both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Highlighting the project's multiple benefits, the minister said the Srisailam reservoir has served as a crucial source of drinking water, irrigation and electricity generation for decades. He noted that the dam continues to support the needs of lakhs of people, including farmers who depend on its waters for cultivation.
According to Ravi Kumar, the project's reported international recognition also reflects its structural strength and ability to withstand heavy floods.
The minister emphasised that Srisailam is not merely a power generation facility but a major multipurpose water resource project. Its reservoir plays an important role in meeting drinking water requirements and supporting agricultural activities across the region.
He said the recognition acknowledges the project's engineering capabilities, electricity generation potential and wider contribution to public welfare.
Ravi Kumar also highlighted the benefits of the Pattiseema project, crediting Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu's vision for improving the utilisation of water resources.
He said the Pattiseema lift irrigation scheme has helped supply water to the Krishna Delta, creating greater flexibility in managing Krishna river water for Rayalaseema's requirements.
According to the minister, the arrangement has supported the continued availability of water for Krishna Delta farmers while helping address irrigation and drinking water needs in Rayalaseema.
Ravi Kumar referred to a figure of 500 TMC in describing the water supplied to the Krishna Delta through Pattiseema. The period covered by this figure was not specified in the statement.
The minister said the approach to water management under the state government's leadership reflects the importance of balancing agricultural requirements with drinking water needs.
He stressed that effective utilisation of available water resources is essential for supporting farmers, meeting household needs and strengthening regional development.
Ravi Kumar reiterated that the Srisailam project's reported recognition by the World Book of Records highlights its engineering strength, power generation capacity and multipurpose role in serving people across the Telugu states.
