2025

Krishna / Gudivada, Andhra Pradesh — The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued Orange and Yellow alerts for heavy to very heavy rainfall in several districts including Krishna, as a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is forecast to intensify into a depression.  According to the IMD, the system is expected to make landfall near the south Odisha – north Andhra coast by 27 September, bringing with it thunderstorms, gusty winds (up to 40–50 km/h), and intermittent downpours over coastal Andhra. In anticipation, districts including Krishna have already been placed under Yellow Alert (moderate risk) and some adjacent districts under Orange Alert (higher risk). Local officials have been asked to activate disaster response teams, monitor drainage systems, and warn low-lying areas prone to flooding. Residents are advised to avoid nonessential outdoor travel, secure loose materials and be alert for lightning, gusty winds, and sudden water accumulation. Key Points / Highlights: Depression forming over Bay of Bengal, forecast to bring heavy rain. Krishna district under Yellow alert; adjacent areas in Orange. Thunderstorms, strong winds (40–50 km/h), and rainfall expected. Government urged to prepare—clear drains, monitor flood zones. Public advised: avoid venturing out during severe weather, stay updated.

Gudivada, Krishna District — Ten individuals have fallen victim to a job scam in Gudivada where they were promised employment in the municipal sanitation department. The perpetrators allegedly demanded bribes from the victims, promising them jobs that never materialized. According to the police, the accused—names include Gullapalli Srinivas Rao, Addepalli Purushottam, and Haribabu—took money from those desperate for employment but failed to deliver on any job appointments. Many of the victims took loans to meet the demand. An FIR has been lodged after complaints were filed with the Gudivada One Town police station. Victims are now appealing to authorities for justice and refunds. Local nonprofit groups have stepped forward to offer legal advice. Meanwhile, the police are investigating the accused, collecting evidence of the promised job letters (if any), bank transactions, and witness statements. Key Points / Highlights: 10 people lost money believing job offers that were falsified. Accused demanded bribes but did not deliver employment. FIR lodged; police gathering evidence. Victims seeking financial redress & legal action.

Gudivada, Krishna District — To meet the rising electricity demand in Gudivada and surrounding areas, officials have greenlit a 400/220 kV substation project as part of the regional grid expansion plan. The MEIL (Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd) group is executing the upgrade, which is expected to enhance reliability and reduce outages in the urban and rural stretches. Officials from the electricity department said that the new substation will facilitate better load management, lower transmission losses, and support industrial development in the region. The project also includes reinforcement of feeder lines and associated infrastructure. During the site inspection phase, engineers noted that certain stretches need right-of-way clearances and alignment adjustments, especially near residential zones. Local authorities have been asked to coordinate with landowners to expedite the process. Key Points / Highlights: 400/220 kV substation to improve power supply and grid stability. Project managed by MEIL, with upgrades to feeder lines. Need for coordination on land permissions and path alignment. Benefit: fewer power cuts, stronger infrastructure for growth.