About Ranganayaka Sagar Reservoir
Ranganayaka Sagar is a large artificial reservoir constructed as part of the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project in Siddipet district, Telangana. Located approximately 120 km from Hyderabad, it has a storage capacity of 3 thousand million cubic feet and irrigates over 1.10 lakh acres. The reservoir features an island spanning 8.65 km with a Haritha resort on top, and offers scenic views along its 14 km blacktop road.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect expansive views of the reservoir filled with Godavari water, a scenic 14 km drive along the project bund, and panoramic vistas from elevated viewpoints. The area features lush greenery surrounding the vast water body, with opportunities for photography and leisurely walks. An island within the reservoir is accessible via causeway, though the Haritha resort there is reserved for officials.
Key highlights
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Part of the world's largest multi-stage lift irrigation project - Kaleshwaram
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Storage capacity of 3 thousand million cubic feet of water
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Scenic 14 km blacktop road along the reservoir bund
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Island spanning 8.65 km within the reservoir
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Panoramic views from highland viewpoints
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Haritha resort situated on the reservoir island
History of Ranganayaka Sagar Reservoir
Constructed as part of the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project, one of the world's largest multi-stage lift irrigation projects. Administrative approval was granted in March 2017, and the reservoir began receiving Godavari water through the Kaleshwaram project in April 2020.
Route
| By road | Located approximately 120 km from Hyderabad, about 2-2.5 hours drive via personal vehicle or TSRTC buses to Siddipet |
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| By public transport |