Dharwad Deputy Commissioner Divya Prabhu G.R.J. has said that there is no water crisis or shortage of fodder for livestock in the district, as the requisite remedial measures have already been taken.
Chairing a review meeting on drought relief measures, drinking water, fodder and progress on crop loss compensation in Dharwad on Tuesday, Ms. Prabhu said that the district has ₹21 crore available for taking up various measures for drought relief.
She said that the administration has identified villages prone to water scarcity well in advance and accordingly, an action plan has been drawn up. Now, the action plan is being implemented to ensure that there is no water scarcity and shortage of fodder, she said.