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Dam Water Levels Drop in Karnataka Raising Alarm for Agriculture and Drinking Water
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News18•08-10-2026, 08:22
Dam Water Levels Drop in Karnataka Raising Alarm for Agriculture and Drinking Water
- •Water levels in major state reservoirs like KRS and Hemavathi have dropped significantly, raising serious concerns.
- •KRS Dam water level has fallen to 50.35 percent while Hemavathi reservoir stands at just 41.51 percent.
- •Hidkal Dam is an exception, filling up to a remarkable 99.82 percent and bringing relief to locals.
- •Narayanapura, Almatti, and Bhadra dams maintain relatively stable storage levels.
- •Declining storage in key Cauvery basin reservoirs poses a looming threat of water scarcity for agriculture and drinking.
Key Questions Answered
The water level in the KRS Dam has dropped to 50.35%, while the Hemavathi reservoir has only 41.51% of its water remaining.
The Hidkal Dam has set a record by filling up to an impressive 99.82%, standing near its total capacity and bringing relief to surrounding residents.
Smaller reservoirs such as the Gandournala Dam and Bennithora are hitting rock bottom, reflecting a concerning trend amidst varying water storage across the state.
