1. CWRC directs Karnataka to ensure release of 3,000 cusecs of Cauvery water to TN till Oct 31
The Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) has asked Karnataka to ensure the release of 3000 cusecs of water daily starting October 16 till October 31, a CWRC statement said on October 10. CWRC during its 88th meeting made crucial decisions regarding water allocation and shortages pertaining to the ongoing Cauvery river water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Karnataka in its presentation expressed its inability to release water to Biligundlu, except for contributions from the uncontrolled catchment. As per the statement, Karnataka presented a concerning report, indicating a substantial 50.891% shortfall in cumulative inflows to its reservoirs up to October 10, 2023. This shortfall was attributed to extreme hydro-meteorological conditions, it added.
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