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The Hindu
5 days ago
- Climate
- The Hindu
Karnataka rains: Flood warning as outflow from Kabini increased to 25,000 cusecs
The outflow from the Kabini reservoir in Mysuru district of Karnataka was increased to over 25,000 cusecs on June 18, prompting a flood warning for people living downstream. The Cauvery Neeravari Nigam Limited (CNNL) has appealed to residents along both banks of the river to avoid going near the water and to shift, along with their domestic animals and cattle, to higher ground for safety. The outflow was increased consequent to rise in the rate of inflow into the reservoir, which was nearing its capacity. The inflow was 21,545 cusecs at 12 noon on June 18 while the water level was 2,280.84 ft against the capacity of 2,284 feet. The increase in inflow was attributed to heavy rains in the catchment region of the Kapila river in the Wayanad region of Kerala. KRS in Mandya The rate of inflow into the Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) reservoir in Mandya district has also increased due to heavy rains in Kodagu district. The inflow was 29,368 cusecs while the reservoir level was 113.25 ft against its capacity of 124.80 feet. Kodagu district was a beneficiary of the early onset of the South West Monsoon this year, but after a week of intense rains in the last week of May, there was a lull. As a result, the figures for June indicated a deficit in rainfall. But the monsoon gained fresh vigour during the last 48 hours, which resulted in an increase in inflow into various reservoirs, including KRS and Harangi. Though the rains have relatively abated as on June 18, the water flow continues to benefit from the rains received over the past two days. During the 24-hour period ending 8.30 a.m. on June 18, Bhagamandala recorded 91.20 mm of rain while Shanthalli received 80 mm. Napoklu (50.80 mm), Virajpet (49 mm) and Ammathi (47.50 mm) were other areas in the district that received a significant amount of rain.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Time of India
Selfie near KRS crest gate lands 2 youths in police net
Mandya: After a two-minute selfie featuring three youths near the crest gate of the closely guarded Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) reservoir went viral, police detained two of them on Saturday and launched a search for the absconding person. The video was shot three weeks earlier. All three have been booked on charges of illegal and wrongful entry under BNS for unauthorised entry into the heavily secured KRS Dam premises. Jeevan, 20, and Gangadhar, 32, both residents of Chikkadi village in Pandavapura taluk, along with their friend, shot a video standing close to the crest gate. The video clearly captures the individuals stating that security personnel attempted to stop them, but they managed to sneak into the restricted zone nonetheless, where civil work is being carried out. They could access entry because the security grills were opened to facilitate construction at the dam site. While the incident initially appears to be a security lapse, sources reveal that the underlying issue is a critical shortage of manpower. The shortage of security personnel against the sanctioned strength has posed tough challenges to safeguard the sprawling 300-acre area comprising KRS Dam and Brindavan Gardens. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo On average, over a dozen security staff are on duty per shift, including office personnel, making comprehensive surveillance nearly impossible. Repeated requests for additional manpower and essential equipment — such as walkie-talkies and baggage scanners — have fallen on the deaf ears of the authorities concerned. The security at KRS and Brindavan Garden is handled by the Karnataka State Industrial Security Force. They trespassed restricted area: SP Of the CCTV cameras installed across the KRS premises, only a few are currently operational. The remaining units have been out of service for months, further crippling the already inadequate surveillance system. This negligence falls squarely on CNNL, which is responsible for the dam's maintenance and development activities. Speaking to TOI, superintendent of police Mallikarjun Baladandi said: "It is restricted area, the trio have trespassed and hence we have arrested two of them in this regard. With regarding CCTV and various other security related aspects, I had written two letters to Cauvery Neeravari Nigam Limited but they have not taken any action. Again we will write a letter about various requirements". With daily footfall ranging from 5,000 to 10,000—and reaching up to 50,000 during Dasara — the current security setup is grossly inadequate. CNNL should prioritise recruitment, provide necessary equipment, restore surveillance systems, and ensure basic amenities are in place. Sources claim that due to a lack of vehicles, night patrolling has become challenging for the security personnel guarding the reservoir. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
India Today
30-04-2025
- Business
- India Today
Karnataka's 92 crore Cauvery Aarti stalls as finance department flags fund crunch
The Congress-led Karnataka government's plan to hold a grand 'Cauvery Aarti' near the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) reservoir in Mandya district, modelled on the iconic Ganga Aarti has hit a funding Water Resources Department has drawn up a proposal to build basic infrastructure for the ritual and pegged the cost at Rs 92.30 crore. The ambitious project is to be executed by the Cauvery Neeravari Nigam Limited (CNNL), under the capital account head from the grants the Finance Department flagged that the Rs 92 crore proposed in the draft Cabinet note exceeds the amount approved by the Board of Directors. 'In this context, approval for new works is not permissible," the department has said, advising that the matter be placed before the Cabinet for a final call. As per a note from the Finance Department dated April 22, 2025, accessed exclusively by India Today, the required funds are currently not available. The note highlights CNNL's existing liability of Rs 9,357 crore, with only Rs 1,670 crore allocated this year — leaving an outstanding liability of Rs 7,687 crore for the next year. On top of that, Rs 2,254 crore worth of bills remain out, the Water Resources Department as a whole is staring at a massive liability of Rs 99,899 crore. Even after fully using this year's grant, dues of Rs 87,886 crore will carry over to next year. In addition, Rs 17,092 crore worth of bills remain response, the administrative department has maintained that it is essential to undertake this project to provide necessary infrastructure for Cauvery Aarti in Srirangapatna and has decided to move the proposal to the Cabinet for approval. IN THIS STORY#Karnataka
