Agriculture
Cauvery Irrigation Board Releases Water from Tungabhadra Reservoir to Protect Late‑Season Rice Crop
The Cauvery Water Supply Board will continuously release water from the Tungabhadra reservoir into canals until November 20, responding to farmers' requests to safeguard the final‑stage rice harvest.
The Cauvery Water Supply Board has decided to release water from the Tungabhadra reservoir into its canal network on a continuous basis until November 20. This move comes after farmers appealed for assistance to protect the late‑stage rice crop that is nearing harvest.
The board’s decision aims to ensure adequate irrigation for the final phase of paddy cultivation, which is critical for achieving expected yields. By maintaining a steady flow of water, the authorities hope to mitigate the risk of crop stress due to insufficient moisture.
The water release will be monitored closely, with officials confirming that the supply will be sustained through the designated period. Farmers in the affected regions have welcomed the measure, citing its importance for safeguarding their livelihoods and the regional food supply.
The board’s decision aims to ensure adequate irrigation for the final phase of paddy cultivation, which is critical for achieving expected yields. By maintaining a steady flow of water, the authorities hope to mitigate the risk of crop stress due to insufficient moisture.
The water release will be monitored closely, with officials confirming that the supply will be sustained through the designated period. Farmers in the affected regions have welcomed the measure, citing its importance for safeguarding their livelihoods and the regional food supply.