Drought Politics Must Be Replaced With Governance of Solutions
8 years, 11 months ago

Drought Politics Must Be Replaced With Governance of Solutions

The Quint  

Water Crisis I say this as someone who is not an expert on the subject, but I believe it is my responsibility to speak - We must move beyond the rhetoric and politics of drought to governance of solutions. Districts of North Karnataka – Kalaburagi, Yadgir, Bidar, Raichur, Vijayapura, Bagalkot and Uttar Kannada, among others, are reeling under harsh drought conditions. In Uttar Kannada alone, 197 villages are facing water scarcity; staples including the major crop paddy, have been damaged due to the drought situation. The government must consider immediate special financial assistance for providing water and fodder to the drought-hit districts, not only in Karnataka but in all the 13 affected states.

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The role of communities in conserving water
2 days, 8 hours ago

The role of communities in conserving water

The Hindu  

On March 22, World Water Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the need to conserve water for present and future generations through collective action. Further, policies have overlooked the need to identify and empower communities’ own ecological practices on water management. Contrastingly, water management practices of some of the local communities in western India take a more holistic perspective to …

Karnataka Govt ramps up efforts to boost groundwater levels
2 days, 19 hours ago

Karnataka Govt ramps up efforts to boost groundwater levels

Deccan Chronicle  

Bidar: In a bid to help farmers combat erratic rainfall and dwindling groundwater levels, the Karnataka government has ramped up efforts to boost groundwater levels by constructing more farm ponds across Bidar district. Chairing a district review meeting, Minister for Forest, Environment, and Ecology Eshwar B. Khandre who is also the in-charge minister of Bidar district instructed officials to accelerate …

Study calls for urgent reforms to mitigate floods and droughts in Chennai
1 week, 5 days ago

Study calls for urgent reforms to mitigate floods and droughts in Chennai

The Hindu  

While a non-governmental organisation says that Chennai is prone to floods and droughts and demand urgent reforms and mitigation efforts, officials of the Greater Chennai Corporation contest such claims and point at the current water management initiatives. A recent study by Arappor Iyakkam, an NGO, identified significant issues in Chennai’s water management system, especially the Kosasthalaiyar, Cooum, and Adyar, and …

We don't have drinking water problem in Karnataka: Deputy CM DK Shivakumar
1 month ago

We don't have drinking water problem in Karnataka: Deputy CM DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who also oversees the state's water resources, assured on Wednesday that there is no shortage of drinking water and that irrigation requirements are being efficiently managed. We have adequate supply and are effectively handling irrigation needs,” Shivakumar said according to news agency ANI. Speaking at the second All-India Water Resources Ministers’ Conference in Udaipur, …

Kalaburagi officials asked to find permanent solution to drinking water scarcity
1 month ago

Kalaburagi officials asked to find permanent solution to drinking water scarcity

The Hindu  

Minister for Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Priyank Kharge has directed officials to convene taluk-level meetings and to prepare a comprehensive plan to permanently address drinking water scarcity in urban and rural areas of the district. He also instructed officials to utilise the funds available in the Personal Deposit account of the district administration for mitigating the drinking water problem …

Karnataka government readies for drinking water crisis
1 month, 1 week ago

Karnataka government readies for drinking water crisis

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: With the summer approaching, the state government is gearing up to tackle a looming water crisis, especially with regard to supplying drinking water in Karnataka. While stressing on identifying villages that need drinking water to be supplied through tankers, the Cabinet Sub-Committee headed by Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda expressed concern over availability of water in reservoirs for irrigation. …

Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka resolve to address water disputes amicably
1 month, 1 week ago

Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka resolve to address water disputes amicably

The Hindu  

Ministers for Water Resources / Irrigation from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka have decided to resolve water disputes through discussions in a positive atmosphere. At a meeting at Udaipur in Rajasthan on Wednesday, Andhra Pradesh Minister for Water Resources Nimmala Ramanaidu and his Telangana and Karnataka counterparts Uttam Kumar Reddy and D.K. He also mentioned that officials from both Telangana …

'We must secure and reuse water and collaborate beyond politics': Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar
1 month, 1 week ago

'We must secure and reuse water and collaborate beyond politics': Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar was present at the All India State Water Ministers Conference held in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Shivakumar addressed concerns related to river linking and interstate water disputes, urging state leaders to put aside political differences and work towards solutions for the common good. The Deputy Chief Minister also raised issues regarding the management of water resources …

All parties in Karnataka should unite to seek State’s rightful share of water from Godavari basin: Deve Gowda
1 month, 1 week ago

All parties in Karnataka should unite to seek State’s rightful share of water from Godavari basin: Deve Gowda

The Hindu  

Predicting an acute scarcity of drinking water in Karnataka in the coming days, former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda on Saturday said all the three major political parties in the State have to fight to secure the State’s rightful share of 25 tmcft water from the Godavari basin as part of Godavari-Krishna-Cauvery interlinking project. Speaking to presspersons here, the former …

KSSP calls for prioritising water conservation in local governance
1 month, 2 weeks ago

KSSP calls for prioritising water conservation in local governance

The Hindu  

The Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishad has urged local government institutions to prioritise water conservation as a crucial component of their comprehensive development strategy. Despite Kerala receiving 3,000 mm of rainfall annually, only 15% is retained, leading to severe drinking water shortages in some areas, especially since January, the KSSP observed at the district-level comprehensive development workshop held in Kannur on …

Why Union Budget 2025 should focus on community-driven approach to solve India’s water problems
2 months, 1 week ago

Why Union Budget 2025 should focus on community-driven approach to solve India’s water problems

Firstpost  

What would be ideal is if upcoming budget is a predominantly “green” one that aligns old and new programmes with climate action, finances the deployment of the latest eco-friendly technologies and strengthens the waste conservation ecosystem across the country India has more than a sixth of the world’s population but only 4 per cent of its water resources. Union Budget …

Central team inspects drought-hit mandals in Annamayya district
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Central team inspects drought-hit mandals in Annamayya district

The Hindu  

A team from the Central government, headed by Supriya Malik from the Ministry of Finance, visited the drought-affected mandals in Annamyya district to evaluate the situation and suggest relief measures, on Wednesday. During their site visit, the Central team suggested leveraging State and Central government programmes to tackle the fodder shortage and enhance the conditions of livestock farmers. The team …

BJP interested in politics, not discussing public issues during assembly sessions: DK Shivakumar
3 months, 1 week ago

BJP interested in politics, not discussing public issues during assembly sessions: DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Sunday hit out at the opposition BJP, accusing it of indulging in "politics" and not showing any interest in discussing issues concerning the state and its people, during the ongoing winter session of legislature in Belagavi. To a question whether irrigation issues relating to north Karnataka be discussed during the session, Shivakumar, …

DK Shivakumar urges Union ministers to fast-track Karnataka's water projects
4 months ago

DK Shivakumar urges Union ministers to fast-track Karnataka's water projects

India Today  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, held meetings with Union Ministers Bhupender Yadav and Pralhad Joshi on Wednesday to discuss the urgent need for clearances of key water projects in the state. Shivakumar, who also heads the state's irrigation ministry, highlighted the importance of accelerating the implementation of the Mekedatu Project to ensure a sustainable water supply for the state. …

Farmers Demand Water Management Projects to Tackle Water Shortage in Dharmapuri
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Farmers Demand Water Management Projects to Tackle Water Shortage in Dharmapuri

New Indian Express  

Farmers in Dharmapuri express their frustration over the lack of water management schemes and the impact it has on their livelihood. They claim that the state and union governments have failed to implement any water management projects in the district, leading to a severe water shortage that has forced them to migrate to other districts or states in search of …

Heavy Rains Cause Devastation in Karnataka, 25 Dead and Crops Destroyed
5 months ago

Heavy Rains Cause Devastation in Karnataka, 25 Dead and Crops Destroyed

New Indian Express  

Heavy rains in Karnataka have caused widespread damage, resulting in 25 deaths and significant crop losses. The state has received 181mm of rain in the past 100 years, which is 58mm more than the average rainfall. The government has declared compensation for loss of life and property damage, with a focus on agriculture and horticulture crops.

Heavy Rainfall Wreaks Havoc in Northern Karnataka, With Bridge Collapse and Exam Disruption
5 months, 1 week ago

Heavy Rainfall Wreaks Havoc in Northern Karnataka, With Bridge Collapse and Exam Disruption

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rainfall wreaks havoc in northern Karnataka, with over 40 houses submerged in Haveri district and a bridge completely washed away in Davanagere. The floods have caused extensive damage to crops and infrastructure, leaving residents and farmers in a state of despair. The government has set up relief centres to provide assistance to those affected, but many residents refuse to …

K'taka Revenue Minister Byregowda alerts department to release water in case of heavy rain
7 months, 2 weeks ago

K'taka Revenue Minister Byregowda alerts department to release water in case of heavy rain

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Ahead of heavy rain predicted in the next couple of days in Karnataka, Revenue Minister Krishna Byregowda has directed deputy commissioners to gear up to tackle floods and rain. Speaking to reporters later, he said that as the state has been experiencing heavy rain, except in the South-Interior region, it is expected to increase post-August 14 in the Central, …

Emergency flood and drought plans must be primed ready to go
9 months, 1 week ago

Emergency flood and drought plans must be primed ready to go

China Daily  

A man paddles a raft along a flooded street in Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on Tuesday. Given that drought resistance, irrigation and water supply involve multiple departments, water conservancy departments should not only have a full picture of the precipitation forecasts, and river inflow and water storage in reservoirs, but also strengthen communication and consultation with meteorological, agricultural and …

Maharashtra under ‘shadow of drought’, says Sharad Pawar; calls for all-party meet
10 months ago

Maharashtra under ‘shadow of drought’, says Sharad Pawar; calls for all-party meet

The Hindu  

Expressing concern on the drought-like situation afflicting many parts of Maharashtra, Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar on Friday urged the Mahayuti government to take the crisis seriously. Mr. Pawar also urged Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to call an all-party meeting in the next few days to discuss enhancing relief measures for the affected districts. At the same time, Mr. …

Farmers in India are weary of politicians’ lackluster response to their climate-driven water crisis
10 months ago

Farmers in India are weary of politicians’ lackluster response to their climate-driven water crisis

Associated Press  

BEED, India — On a stifling hot day this May, farm worker Shobha Londhe is reminded of the desperate conditions that led her husband to take his own life. Shobha Londhe, widow of farmer Tatya, who killed himself, pours water on her cow to cool the animal on a hot summer’s day outside her house, in Talegaon village, Beed district, …

Double trouble of drought & rain for farmers in Karnataka
10 months, 1 week ago

Double trouble of drought & rain for farmers in Karnataka

New Indian Express  

VIJAYAPURA Saving the lemon trees Mohammed Rafique Patel is making every effort to help his 25 lemon plants stand in an upright position, to prevent them from withering. This is the struggle of Patel who has lost 25 lemon plants which are nearly 15 years old, to the recent gusty winds and rain in his native Ingalagi village in Indi …

Karnataka government seeks relaxation of model of conduct to take up drought relief
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka government seeks relaxation of model of conduct to take up drought relief

The Hindu  

The Karnataka government has appealed to the Election Commission of India to relax the model code of conduct that is in force for the Lok Sabha election to enable it to start holding meetings to take up relief measures in drought-hit taluks. Delayed monsoon likely In his letter to Chief Electoral Officer for Karnataka Manoj Kumar Meena, Mr. Kharge said …

‘We will provide Cauvery water to Bengaluru residents by hook or by crook’: DK Shivakumar
11 months, 1 week ago

‘We will provide Cauvery water to Bengaluru residents by hook or by crook’: DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday said that he will make sure the supply of Cauvery river water to the residents of Bengaluru by "hook or by crook". READ | 22 Bengaluru families fined ₹5000 each for wasting water: Report In a video clip surfaced on social media Shivakumar was purportedly heard saying to the residents of an …

Conservationist calls for Water Literacy campaign in Kalyana Karnataka
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Conservationist calls for Water Literacy campaign in Kalyana Karnataka

The Hindu  

Water conservationist Rajendra Singh has called for a Water Literacy campaign in Kalyana Karnataka region to conserve natural resource for addressing water crisis permanently. Suggesting that traditional water harvesting techniques be adopted, Dr Singh said that borewells are adversely impacting the water cycle. Percolation ponds are built in such a way that it minimizes evaporation, Dr Singh said and added …

Karnataka Water Crisis: 105 villages in Mysuru district likely to face water scarcity in next 2 months
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka Water Crisis: 105 villages in Mysuru district likely to face water scarcity in next 2 months

The Hindu  

The Mysuru Zilla Panchayat took stock of possible water scarcity in the district due to depleting water levels in reservoirs and plummeting groundwater table coupled with heat wave conditions. Gayatri said that 105 villages in the district have been flagged as likely to face drinking water scarcity over the next two months. While thrust is on ensuring drinking water, officials …

Farmers say their plight amid drought has been ignored in the electoral rhetoric
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Farmers say their plight amid drought has been ignored in the electoral rhetoric

The Hindu  

In an election season which has coincided with unprecedented heat and water stress due to monsoon failure, farmers across the board are unhappy over their issues being conspicuous by their absence in the political discourse panning out in the electoral arena. This forced a section of farmers to come together in Mysuru on Wednesday and put forth demands seeking emphasis …

Karnataka reeling under acute water crisis, Modi govt refusing to help: Congress
1 year ago

Karnataka reeling under acute water crisis, Modi govt refusing to help: Congress

Hindustan Times  

The Congress on Monday said Karnataka is reeling under an acute water crisis due to a severe drought situation in most parts and accused the Modi government of refusing to help the people of the state. Karnataka reeling under acute water crisis, Modi govt refusing to help: Congress Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh's attack on the government came …

Collector holds meeting to discuss water scarcity issues in the Nilgiris
1 year ago

Collector holds meeting to discuss water scarcity issues in the Nilgiris

The Hindu  

Nilgiris District Collector M. Aruna held a meeting recently with officials from civic bodies from across the district to discuss contingency measures required to ensure regular supply of drinking water to local residents during the summer. Residents facing water scarcity issues have been asked to submit their complaints and assured that their grievances would be looked into. Officials have also …

Loan burden induced by drought, floods main reason for farmers taking the extreme step in Yadgir district
1 year ago

Loan burden induced by drought, floods main reason for farmers taking the extreme step in Yadgir district

The Hindu  

In a span of three years, Yadgir district, which has two rivers, has witnessed the death of 162 farmers due to distress. The main reason for their decision to take the extreme step of ending their lives is loan burden induced by drought and floods. The reasons for farmers taking the extreme step are crop losses due to drought or …

Bengaluru residents continue to struggle with drinking water shortage
1 year ago

Bengaluru residents continue to struggle with drinking water shortage

Hindustan Times  

Amid the ongoing water crisis in the silicon city of India, Bengaluru, several residents were seen queuing up outside the RO water plant, carrying empty cans, in hopes of securing the essential water supply. Bengaluru residents continue to struggle with drinking water shortage The struggle for drinking water continues for the residents of the city. Amid strict measures imposed by …

Farmers in Cauvery basin districts upset over restrictions imposed on use of water
1 year ago

Farmers in Cauvery basin districts upset over restrictions imposed on use of water

The Hindu  

: Directives from authorities in the Cauvery basin districts prohibiting the use of river water for irrigation have agitated farmers and planters, particularly in Mysuru, Mandya, and Kodagu. K. Manu Somaiah, district president of KRRS said: “The Cauvery originates in Kodagu, yet it’s unfortunate that we are now facing water scarcity. The primary reason for the depletion of Cauvery water …

‘Karnataka govt is clueless': BJP's Tejasvi Surya slams Cong on water crisis
1 year ago

‘Karnataka govt is clueless': BJP's Tejasvi Surya slams Cong on water crisis

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party conducted a massive protest at Bengaluru’s Freedom Park on Tuesday over the prevalant water crisis in the IT city. Several BJP MLAs, MPs and other leaders held empty water buckets and demanded the government devise solutions for the looming water crisis in the IT hub. ‘Karnataka govt is clueless': BJP's Tejasvi Surya slams Cong on water …

Water woes | A searing crisis in Karnataka and its IT capital, Bengaluru
1 year ago

Water woes | A searing crisis in Karnataka and its IT capital, Bengaluru

The Hindu  

The Karnataka water crisis has affected more than 7,000 villages, 1,100 wards, and 220 talukas thus far. While the water level at the Krishnaraja Sagar Dam hit a five-year low for February, the underground water table levels have also depleted, aggravating the crisis. Shivakumar, “Karnataka has not witnessed such a severe drought in the last 30-40 years.” In Bengaluru, water …

Bengaluru water crisis | ‘Karnataka has not seen such a severe drought in 30-40 years’
1 year ago

Bengaluru water crisis | ‘Karnataka has not seen such a severe drought in 30-40 years’

The Hindu  

Accusing some of politicising the water crisis in Bengaluru to criticise the government, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. These measures have helped in preventing tanker owners from fleecing people,” said Mr. Shivakumar, who is also the Water Resources Minister. Mr. Shivakumar added, “The government has decided to redrill dry borewells and sink more borewells besides seeking an agreement with farmers of …

Crisis of time: On parched Karnataka and its water woes
1 year ago

Crisis of time: On parched Karnataka and its water woes

The Hindu  

The Karnataka water crisis has affected more than 7,000 villages, 1,100 wards, and 220 talukas thus far. The problem encompasses Mandya and Mysuru districts, where a major Cauvery river watershed and the Krishnaraja Sagar dam are located, and both important sources of water to Bengaluru. Reports have suggested that the distal cause is the ‘insufficient’ rainfall last year, following the …

How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing up to battle water woes in future
1 year ago

How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing up to battle water woes in future

Hindustan Times  

As Bengaluru is combating severe water scarcity ahead of summer, many housing communities in the IT capital are already clueless about handling the situation in peak summer. The borewells have dried up and the prices of water tankers have skyrocketed already, making things worse for the residents, especially in the east Bengaluru area. How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing …

KTR terms Telangana CM Revanth inefficient in handling water crisis
1 year ago

KTR terms Telangana CM Revanth inefficient in handling water crisis

The Hindu  

Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president and Sircilla MLA K.T. Rama Rao termed Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy as inefficient in addressing the water problems in Telangana when the State received 14% excess rainfall in 2023-24. Taking to ‘X’, Mr. Rama Rao cited the India Meteorological Department figures and said that the State received 14% excess rainfall for the year 2023-24 …

100 taluks in Karnataka hit by drinking water crisis, says Chief Minister
1 year ago

100 taluks in Karnataka hit by drinking water crisis, says Chief Minister

The Hindu  

Close to 100 taluks in Karnataka have been facing severe drinking water crisis and tankers have been pressed into service to supply water to residents. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday took stock of the situation in the State by holding a videoconference with Deputy Commissioners and Chief Executive Officers of ZPs and said 98 out of 236 taluks have been …

Karnataka Water Crisis DK Shivakumar Reveals Govt Plan To Take Over Bengaluru Borewells Private Water Tanker
1 year ago

Karnataka Water Crisis DK Shivakumar Reveals Govt Plan To Take Over Bengaluru Borewells Private Water Tanker

ABP News  

In a significant move to address the severe drinking water crisis in Bengaluru, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, cabinet ministers and the official secretaries of respective departments met in Bengaluru on Tuesday. The Deputy Chief Minister announced that the state government would take control of private water tankers in Bengaluru alongside taking over management of all …

‘Borewell at my house also dried up…’: Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar amid water woes in Bengaluru
1 year ago

‘Borewell at my house also dried up…’: Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar amid water woes in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday said more than 3000 borewells in Bengaluru, including the one at his house, have dried up amid the ongoing water crisis. Assuring that officials are working seriously to solve the state capital's water woes, the DCM said the government will try to provide water to the public at reasonable rates. Earlier, an …

Govt to take over all borewells in Bengaluru to deal with water crisis
1 year ago

Govt to take over all borewells in Bengaluru to deal with water crisis

Hindustan Times  

Deputy chief minister and Bengaluru development minister, DK Shivakumar, has issued a directive to the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board to take charge of all irrigation and commercial borewells. Bengaluru is facing a water crisis for the past week or so due to less than normal rainfall in two monsoon seasons. Bengaluru has been facing a water crisis for …

What is Karnataka govt doing to solve Bengaluru water crisis? Deputy CM DK Shivakumar reveals action plan
1 year ago

What is Karnataka govt doing to solve Bengaluru water crisis? Deputy CM DK Shivakumar reveals action plan

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar on Monday said that the government has identified 50 per cent of the borewells in Bengaluru that have dried up. We have called for a meeting on Monday 12 pm to discuss tackling drinking water issue in Bengaluru,” he added. On Monday, chief minister Siddaramaiah laid the foundation stone of the Vrishabhavati lift irrigation …

Between drought and despair in Andhra
1 year, 1 month ago

Between drought and despair in Andhra

The Hindu  

S. Ramireddy has been a farmer all his life. “I belong to a traditional farming family and used to grow crops on my 1.5-acre land, but drought conditions compelled me to look for an alternative job,” says a 32-year-old woman farmer of Penukonda mandal in Sri Sathya Sai, requesting anonymity, who is now working as a labourer for a road …

Kannada-dominated Maha villages allege neglect in water supply
1 year, 2 months ago

Kannada-dominated Maha villages allege neglect in water supply

Hindustan Times  

Four more Kannada-populated villages have joined approximately 30 villages in south and east Maharashtra, appealing to the Karnataka government to supply water to them, people aware of the matter said, adding that they have even urged for merger with the southern state to overcome their woes. The four villages -- Gugawad, Basaragi, Sindur, and Umarani -- are in Jat taluk …

Manipur Ethnic Strife Impedes Jal Jeevan Mission As Water Crisis Loom Large Over State
1 year, 2 months ago

Manipur Ethnic Strife Impedes Jal Jeevan Mission As Water Crisis Loom Large Over State

ABP News  

Guwahati: The ambitious goal of extending safe drinking water to 4.5 lakh households by this year in Manipur under the Jal Jeevan Mission has hit a staggering roadblock, a conflict stretching over eight months, crippling the northeast state’s progress. Despite serving the state’s capital Imphal and its environs, requiring 124 Million Litre per Day, through 17 water treatment plants, disruptions …

Karnataka Minister sparks controversy, says 'farmers wish for droughts as their loans get waived'
1 year, 3 months ago

Karnataka Minister sparks controversy, says 'farmers wish for droughts as their loans get waived'

India TV News  

Karnataka Minister sparks controversy, says 'farmers wish for droughts as their loans get waived' Patil had in September stoked a controversy for his statement that cases of farmer suicides started rising after the compensation amount to the kin of the deceased was hiked from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 5 lakh. A stir was caused after Karnataka Minister for Sugar …

Karnataka allocates Rs 895 crore for Drought Management Amidst Alarming Situation
1 year, 3 months ago

Karnataka allocates Rs 895 crore for Drought Management Amidst Alarming Situation

Deccan Chronicle  

Belagavi: In response to the severe drought gripping the state, Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda told the assembly on Monday that Rs 895 crore has been allocated for drought management in the accounts of deputy commissioners and tahsildars. During a debate on drought management, he revealed that despite a sowing target of 82.95 lakh hectares for the year, only 74 …

Why does PM Modi not exhibit concern for our farmers: Karnataka CM
1 year, 3 months ago

Why does PM Modi not exhibit concern for our farmers: Karnataka CM

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday questioned PM Modi why the Centre is unconcerned for the farmers of Karnataka. Siddaramaiah In a post on X, the Karnataka CM posted some media reports citing USD 1 million aid to Papua New Guinea after a volcanic eruption and a USD 250 million Line of Credit for Kenya to upgrade its agriculture by …

Karnataka Drought: SLBC urged to restructure loan repayment period
1 year, 3 months ago

Karnataka Drought: SLBC urged to restructure loan repayment period

Deccan Chronicle  

Belagavi: Agriculture Minister, N Chaluvaraya Swamy, on Tuesday said that the State Level Bankers Committee has been asked to restructure loan repayment periods in light of the prevailing drought conditions in the state. Responding to a calling attention motion presented by MLC K Govindaraj, Minister Swamy stated, "The SLBC has been directed to restructure the repayment duration of crop loans …

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