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Major reservoirs in Karnataka have received support from rain water and there has been a slight increase in water storage levels. Due to the rains in many parts of the state, the inflow to major dams has increased, here is the current water level of the reservoirs.
Here is the water level details of major dams in Karnataka on July 8. Gajanur Tunga Dam is full, know today's water level of major reservoirs including KRS, Kabini, Almatti, Hemavati
The inflow into the reservoir has decreased sharply due to the lack of expected rainfall in the Tungabhadra basin so far. Due to this, the water storage in the reservoir is not saturated and it is not possible to release water through canals for monsoon crops at present, officials said in a statement. Farmers have been requested to plan their crops keeping in mind the situation.
The rainfall situation in the state has improved and water is flowing into the reservoirs in good quantities, said Forest and District In-charge Minister Satish Jarkiholi. He said that the concerns about the lack of rain have now reduced and water availability is gradually improving.
The Tungabhadra reservoir, the lifeline of three states, has seen a sharp decline in water level, leading to a precarious situation. The problem has continued even after the installation of a new cross gate, raising concerns.
There were interesting political moments at the inauguration of the new crust games of Tungabhadra Dam. While the Chief Ministers of Congress-ruled states were present on the stage, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and development works. Naidu's statement was the main attraction of the event and has been the subject of discussion in political circles.
Schools have been declared closed on June 25 in view of the inauguration of new crest gates of Tungabhadra reservoir. This decision has been taken due to security measures and necessary precautions have been taken for the public.
The water storage in the Tungabhadra reservoir has come down to just 9 TMC, raising concerns among farmers and those in the irrigated area. The decline in the water level in the reservoir amid a lack of rain has raised concerns about future water availability.
With the water level in the Tungabhadra reservoir reaching dead storage level, there is a growing fear of drinking water problems in four districts.
Installation of all new crest gates in the renovated Tungabhadra Dam has been completed. The dam will be inaugurated on May 15 in the presence of the DCM, which will provide a significant boost to water management.
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