Sun Aug 31 12:05:40 UTC 2025: ## News Article: Tirunelveli Dams Report Healthy Water Levels Following Recent Rainfall

**TIRUNELVELI, August 31, 2025 (The Hindu) -** Dams in the Tirunelveli district are reporting healthy water levels following recent rainfall, according to official figures released today.

The Papanasam dam currently holds 109.85 feet of water, well below its maximum capacity of 143 feet. The inflow to the dam is measured at 974.72 cusecs, while the discharge is currently 1750 cusecs.

The Manimuthar dam is also reporting a strong water level of 93.52 feet, against its full capacity of 118 feet. The inflow to the Manimuthar dam is 71.28 cusecs, with a discharge of 155 cusecs.

Rainfall figures for the 24 hours ending at 6:00 AM on Sunday, August 31st, indicate localized showers throughout the region. The highest rainfall was recorded at Nalumukku (27mm), followed by Oothu (24mm), Kakkachi (19mm), Manjolai (16mm), and Nanguneri (1.20mm).

These healthy water levels offer a positive outlook for irrigation and water supply in the region.

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