State PCS - Chhattisgarh (CGPSC)

• 04 Sep 2025

Breach of Luti Reservoir in Chhattisgarh

Why in News?

A breach in the Luti (Satbahini) reservoir in Dhaneshpur village of Chhattisgarh’s Balrampur district caused a flash flood, resulting in fatalities, injuries, and significant property damage. 

Key Points

• About: The Luti Dam, also known as the Luti (Satbahini) reservoir, is a small dam located in Dhaneshpur village near Vishramnagar in Balrampur district, Chhattisgarh, India. 
  • It was constructed in the early 1980s and served as a key water source for local irrigation and agriculture.
  • Reports indicated concerns over dam leakage and structural integrity for several years, but recent intense monsoon rains overwhelmed the aging infrastructure.

Key Details About Luti Dams
Attribute	Detail
Name	Luti Dam
Purpose	Irrigation
River	Upka Nala
Nearest City	Surajpur
District	Surguja
Basin	Ganga

Flash Flood

• Definition: Flash floods are sudden increases in water levels during or immediately after intense rainfall. They are highly localized and short-lived events, typically occurring within 6 hours of rainfall. 
• Causes: Flash floods are primarily caused by intense rainfall that overwhelms the soil’s absorption capacity and drainage systems.  
  • Apart from heavy rain, flash floods can also result from rapid snowmelt due to sudden temperature rise, dam or levee breaches, ice or debris jams, and sudden glacial lake outbursts. 
  • Additionally, urbanisation with impervious surfaces like roads and buildings increases runoff, reducing water absorption and intensifying flood risks. 
• Examples: Himachal 2023, Uttarakhand 2013, and Mumbai 2005 each caused by intense rain, leading to heavy loss of life and property.

4th Fast5 Senior National Netball Championship

Why in News?

Recently, the women's teams from Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh clinched bronze medals at the 4th Fast5 Senior National Netball Championship 2025-26, held at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Stadium, Palwal, Haryana.

Key Points

• Overview: The championship was organized from 28th to 31st August 2025, with 26 state teams participating.
• Winners:
  • The Rajasthan team, captained by Nidhi Sharma (who had previously led them to gold and silver at the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand), showcased exceptional teamwork and determination.
  • The Chhattisgarh team battled fiercely through the quarterfinals and semifinals to secure the bronze medal, bringing pride to the state and inspiring future athletes.
• Significance: The successes are expected to encourage more female participation in netball and other sports, supporting the vision of gender empowerment and youth sports development.

Winners - Men's Category
Gold	Haryana
Silver	Kerala
Bronze	Telangana & Punjab
Winners - Women's Category
Gold	Haryana
Silver	Punjab
Bronze	Chhattisgarh & Rajasthan

Netball

• Netball is a fast-paced ball sport played by two teams of seven players each, aiming to score goals by shooting a ball through a high ring on a rectangular court.
• Netball Federation of India is the national governing body for netball in India. 
  • It promotes, regulates, and develops the sport across all states and age groups.