The Bhima River has overflowed near Khedagi village in Indi taluk, surrounding the historic Khedagi Math and raising concerns among local residents. In response, the Vijayapura district administration has taken swift precautionary steps to ensure the safety of villagers and livestock.
District Commissioner Dr. Anand K., along with Indi MLA Yashavantrayagouda Patil and senior officials, visited the site to assess the situation. Rescue teams have been deployed, and residents living near the riverbanks have been advised to relocate temporarily.
In a tweet posted earlier today, Karnataka Minister M.B. Patil confirmed the situation and reassured the public:
“Khedagi Math in Indi taluk is surrounded by Bhima River floodwaters. The district administration has taken all necessary precautions to protect people and animals. Villagers are urged to stay calm and avoid riverbanks.”
ಇಂಡಿ ತಾಲ್ಲೂಕಿನ ಖೇಡಗಿ ಗ್ರಾಮದಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಖೇಡಗಿ ಮಠ ಭೀಮಾನದಿಯ ನೀರಿನಿಂದ ಸುತ್ತುವರೆದಿದ್ದು, ಗ್ರಾಮದ ಜನರಲ್ಲಿ ಆತಂಕ ಉಂಟಾಗಿದೆ. ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿ ವಿಕೋಪಕ್ಕೆ ತಿರುಗದಂತೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಜನ-ಜಾನುವಾರುಗಳ ಸುರಕ್ಷತೆಗೆ ವಿಜಯಪುರ ಜಿಲ್ಲಾಡಳಿತ ಸೂಕ್ತ ಮುನ್ನೆಚ್ಚರಿಕಾ ಕ್ರಮಗಳನ್ನು ಕೈಗೊಂಡಿದೆ. ಗ್ರಾಮಸ್ಥರು ಆತಂಕ ಪಡುವ ಅಗತ್ಯವಿಲ್ಲ; ನದಿಪಾತ್ರಗಳಿಂದ ದೂರ… pic.twitter.com/x2LinKgO07
— M B Patil (@MBPatil) September 28, 2025
Photos shared in the tweet show officials inspecting the flood-affected area, with water levels dangerously close to residential zones. The administration emphasized that while the situation is serious, it is being closely monitored and remains under control.
Local leaders have urged residents not to panic and to follow safety instructions issued by the authorities. The district team continues to monitor water levels and is prepared to escalate response efforts if needed.