The average groundwater level of the district plummeted to 10.19 metres in March this year as against 8.94 metres in March 2023 reflecting a decline by 1.25 metres.
Kaddam Sub-Inspector K Raju said that the deceased were Konda Mounika (25) and her father Rajaiah (50), a farmer belonging to Patha Maddipadaga village in Kaddam mandal.
A native of Bellal village in Kaddam mandal, Vedma Gangaram won plaudits from many for bringing Jinka Anjaneyulu (28) ashore from swirling waters of Godavari, risking his life and showing spontaneity and valor.