Chenab River Level Rises in J&K's Reasi as Salal Dam Opens Four Gates

The water level of the Chenab River rose again in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, following the opening of four gates of the Salal Dam by authorities to regulate increased inflow into the reservoir, as reported by Greater Kashmir and The Times of India.

The gates were opened after continuous rainfall in the upper catchment areas led to a substantial increase in the volume of water entering the reservoir, according to Greater Kashmir. The Times of India similarly attributed the move to continuous rainfall in the region.

The excess water is being released downstream in a controlled manner to regulate the reservoir level and maintain it within safe operating levels, as stated by Greater Kashmir. The Times of India also noted that the water is being released downstream in a controlled manner.

Authorities are closely monitoring the reservoir's water level and inflow conditions amid the continuing rainfall, both outlets reported. Greater Kashmir further stated that water levels in rivers and other water bodies in Jammu and Kashmir are being monitored by the concerned authorities.

The latest rise in the Chenab comes amid ongoing rainfall activity in parts of Jammu and Kashmir, as reported by Greater Kashmir. The Times of India additionally noted that the Salal Dam had opened multiple gates on Monday to manage increased inflow and regulate the release of water downstream, a detail not mentioned by Greater Kashmir.