Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Barrage

The Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Barrage, also known as Medigadda or Lakshmi Barrage, is a concrete barrage spanning the Godavari River in Telangana. Constructed as part of the world's largest multi-stage lift irrigation project, it features 85 gates and serves as the starting point for lifting water to irrigate drought-prone areas across 13 districts. Inaugurated in June 2019, this engineering marvel represents modern water management infrastructure.

Visitors can observe the massive concrete barrage structure with 85 spillway gates spanning the Godavari River. The site offers scenic views of the river and surrounding landscape, particularly during monsoon when water flows are high. Visitors can appreciate the scale of modern irrigation engineering and witness water management operations. The area provides opportunities for photography and viewing the infrastructure up close from designated viewpoints.