Mapithel Dam water at danger level; villagers flee homes
Source: Hueiyen News Service / NNN
Imphal, July 25 2015 :
Villagers in and around the Mapithel Dam (also known as Thoubal Multipurpose Project) on Saturday protested in fear after the water level of the dam crossed danger level.
According to some villagers, the earth dam built as a part of the project now has some seepage.
Since the past few days, fearing the possible devastation that may happen, many villagers deserted homes and flocked to highland areas for safety.
On the other hand, one official clarified that villagers need not panic as the water level is yet to reach danger mark of 12 metre.
According to him, the height of the danger mark of this dam is 874 metres, whereas the present water level has reached 862 metre.
They also appealed the public not to worry saying there is nothing dangerous about the water level at all.