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Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao said the second bridge across the Godavari at Bhadrachalam will be opened after repairs to the damaged approach road are completed. He directed officials to expedite the work and expressed displeasure over delays by the contractor and NHAI.

The Godavari flood at Bhadrachalam has receded rapidly, leading to the withdrawal of all three flood warnings within 24 hours. While road connectivity has been restored, upstream inflows remain substantial and authorities have begun preparations for sanitation and Pushkaralu-related works.

The Godavari river's flood level receded at Bhadrachalam, prompting authorities to withdraw the second warning level. However, heavy discharge continues at the Dowleswaram Barrage, with APSDMA urging people to avoid river activities and cooperate with relief operations

The second Godavari bridge connecting Bhadrachalam and Sarapaka remains closed as repair works on the collapsed approach road continue. Motorists are using the old bridge, while locals have urged NHAI to expedite repairs and reopen the vital interstate connectivity route.

An electrician from Bhadrachalam lost Rs. 55,894 after installing a fake APK file sent through WhatsApp claiming to be an RTA challan. Police registered a case under the BNS and ITA, while the victim alerted the cyber crime helpline.

Residents of Bhadrachalam have alleged that illegal belt shops continue to operate despite a gram panchayat resolution banning them. They have urged officials to act before the 2027 Godavari Pushkaralu, citing law and order concerns and inconvenience to devotees.

Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka said Telangana will operate all 10 pumps under the Devadula Project to fill 22 reservoirs while keeping the Medigadda barrage gates open. The government also released Rs. 146 crore to speed up pending irrigation works.

The Government Area Hospital in Bhadrachalam is grappling with a severe shortage of doctors and nursing staff, affecting healthcare services for tribal communities. CPI (M) has urged the Telangana government to fill vacancies and allocate funds to upgrade the facility.

The Sri Rajarajeshwara Swamy Temple in Vemulawada is considering an increase in laddu prasadam prices due to rising raw material and operational costs. Temple authorities are preparing proposals and discussing the matter with priests before taking a final decision.

A youth from Reddypalem village in Bhadrachalam lost his Rs 50,000 smartphone to an online fraudster posing as a doctor. The accused gained the victim’s trust during an OLX deal before disappearing with the mobile phone using a fake debit card

The approach road of the second bridge across river Godavari near Sarapaka in Kothagudem district caved in on Thursday night, disrupting traffic between Sarapaka and Bhadrachalam. Authorities diverted vehicles to the old bridge while repair works and investigations into the incident began.

A truck driver died after his vehicle collided with a fire pipeline at the ITC PSPD factory in Sarapaka. The incident led to protests by family members seeking compensation, which was later called off after assurances from officials.

Kothagudem Bhadrachalam Bar Association urges establishment of Sessions or Assistant Sessions Court to improve legal access, reduce case transfers, and speed justice for tribal populations, highlighting 600 pending cases and long travel burdens across Telangana and neighbouring Andhra Pradesh regions

A woman and her child survived after jumping into the Godavari river from the Bhadrachalam bridge in Kothagudem district. Devotees raised an alarm, prompting locals and fishermen to rescue them. The woman, Swaroopa from Paloncha, is undergoing treatment.

Elaborate arrangements have been made for Sri Rama Navami celebrations at Bhadrachalam temple. Talambralu preparation, distribution counters and security measures are in place, while Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is set to attend and launch development works worth Rs 351 crore.

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation, with the support of the Endowment Department, is offering home delivery of the revered ‘Thalambralu’ from Sri Sitarama Kalyanotsavam at Bhadrachalam temple. Devotees can book online or at TGSRTC Cargo centres for Rs 151.

Five engineering students went missing in the Godavari River near Bhadrachalam after slipping into deep waters while taking photographs. Two others managed to escape. Rescue teams, including police and expert swimmers, have launched search operations at the site.

ITC Mission Sunehra Kal organised a Water Mela in Bhadrachalam to promote responsible water use and watershed management. Around 250 farmers, Anganwadi workers and officials participated, highlighting water conservation, WASH practices and sustainable community-driven environmental initiatives.

Bhadrachalam sarpanch Punem Krishna has lodged a complaint with the ASP alleging that the town Circle Inspector behaved rudely with him when he sought the release of a tractor carrying sand meant for development works within the town limits.

Residents of Bhadrachalam in Kothagudem district complain about daily burning of garbage on the banks of the Godavari River, causing heavy smoke, health problems and inconvenience to locals and devotees ahead of Sri Rama Navami celebrations