Date:05/01/2005 URL: http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/2005/01/05/stories/2005010501171701.htm

Back Kerala: Reservoir water levels decline

Our Bureau

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Water levels in the three major reservoirs of Idukki, Idamalayar and Kallada in the State have registered a slight decline compared with those recorded a week ago, according to figures released by the Central Water Commission.

The level declined from 2,364.24 ft to 2,362.02 ft at Idukki; 503.38 ft to 501.67 ft at Idamalayar; and 369.32 ft to 367.62 ft at Kallada.

However, year-on-year levels indicate that the three reservoirs have registered a rise in water levels.

These were higher by 20.23 ft at Idukki, 10.79 ft at Idamalayar and 11.39 ft at Kallada.