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Rice price hike - Due to Tungabhadra water shortage and drought, the paddy crop has declined and rice production has decreased. As a result, there is a high possibility of a huge increase in rice prices in the state.
The case of Cauvery water contamination in the capital Bengaluru is said to be due to pipeline damage that occurred at the work site of a private company. Concerns about the quality of the water have been raised due to pipeline damage, and the concerned authorities are conducting an investigation.
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said that the main goal of his government is to provide inclusive and transparent governance and to provide government facilities and civil rights to the last person of the society.
The historic Vitthal Temple, which was submerged in backwater for years, is now fully visible due to the sharp drop in water level in Hidkal reservoir in Belagavi district.
Pakistan is facing severe water shortage due to India's water blockade; it has reportedly sought China's help to control the situation. The development has sparked a fresh debate in South Asia's water sector.
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.
Maharashtra is also facing severe water shortage and officials there have said that it is not possible to release water to Karnataka, said Minister Satish Jarkiholi. This development has given a new twist to the water problem in the border area.
The drinking water crisis has intensified in Yare Hanchinala village in Koppal district, with villagers having to wait all night for water. Namaste, the public has demanded immediate action for relief.
Karnataka has seen a 21% deficit in monsoon rains, leading to a drop in water levels in major dams. There are concerns that this could affect agriculture, drinking water and hydroelectric power generation.
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.
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.
The quantity of drinking water in Belgaum district is decreasing day by day, severely affecting the lives of the people. Water shortage has caused chaos in many parts, creating a situation where people are struggling to meet their basic needs.
With the water level in the Tungabhadra reservoir reaching dead storage level, there is a growing fear of drinking water problems in four districts.
The tribals in Golur Hadi in HD Kote taluk of Mysore district are facing a severe drinking water problem. The lack of basic facilities is making life difficult for the people and they have expressed their demand for a clean water system.
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