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Rajasthan Dams Run Dry
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jaipur
🗓 01 Aug 2026, 09:31 AM
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Rajasthan's dams have low water levels due to 9% less rainfall than usual. The state's dam water storage has decreased to 47.57% from 75.20% last year.
The monsoon season in Rajasthan has been disappointing so far, with 9% less rainfall than the usual average. As a result, the water levels in the state's dams have decreased significantly. The current water storage in Rajasthan's dams stands at 47.57%, which is a substantial drop from last year's 75.20%. A total of 253 dams in the state are currently empty, sparking concerns about the state's water supply. The situation is being closely monitored, with hopes pinned on August bringing some much-needed rainfall to the region.