Visakhapatnam groundwater level rises after heavy rain, but remains deeper than last year
After heavy rains, groundwater levels in Visakhapatnam rose, with the monthly average increasing by 1.63 metres in September. On September 29, the district’s real‑time average depth was 7.20 metres below the surface. Officials estimate that complete recharge could take 10–15 days and have urged residents to adopt rainwater‑harvesting practices. The rise is a positive sign for the region's water security, but authorities emphasize continued monitoring.