Hyderabad, July 18 -- The crucial water reservoirs of Hyderabad, Osmansagar and Himayatsagar, are facing declining water levels as monsoon rains continue to disappoint in the current season.

The twin lakes, which serve as lifelines for the city's drinking water supply, have recorded a noticeable drop in storage due to insufficient rainfall in June and July.

Water levels in Hyderabad's Osmansagar, Himayatsagar

Though the monsoon arrived in Telangana in June, poor rainfall has led to a significant deficit, directly affecting Osmansagar and Himayatsagar.

Data shows that Osmansagar's water level stood at 1,783 feet on June 16 against its full tank level (FTL) of 1,790 feet. However, by July 16, it had dropped to 1,782 feet.

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