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The Cauvery water sharing issue has come up for discussion again in the CWRC meeting. Tamil Nadu is demanding the release of its share of water, while Karnataka has made it clear that it cannot release water in the current situation.
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.
With Kabini Dam reaching dead storage, Bengaluru's water supply is now dependent solely on the KRS reservoir. Fears of water shortage have increased due to lack of rain, and everyone's eyes are on the water level.
Rakasakoppa Dam, considered the lifeline of Belgaum, has reached the dead storage stage due to water shortage. The main reason for this situation is the low rainfall and the decline in water inflow. The decline in the water level of the dam has created a situation of concern in the supply of drinking water and agricultural water to the surrounding villages. Officials have warned that the water crisis is likely to worsen if the rainfall does not increase in the coming days.
The water level of KRS reservoir has dropped by 81 feet, raising concerns. The release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu is being challenged and is likely to affect the drinking water supply of Bengaluru and Mysore cities.
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