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Karnataka declares 7 more taluks drought-affected, total rises to 226
The Karnataka government announced today that seven additional taluks are officially classified as drought-affected, bringing the state’s total to 226 and prompting a ministerial delegation to seek relief funds in Delhi.
The Karnataka government announced today that seven additional taluks have been officially classified as drought-affected, raising the total number of drought-affected taluks in the state to 226.
The decision follows an assessment of water scarcity and agricultural distress in the newly listed taluks, which are expected to receive targeted relief measures.
A high-level delegation led by the Chief Minister is scheduled to travel to Delhi shortly to discuss and secure a dedicated relief fund for the affected areas.
The move underscores the state's ongoing efforts to address severe water shortages that have impacted crop yields and farmer livelihoods across Karnataka.
The decision follows an assessment of water scarcity and agricultural distress in the newly listed taluks, which are expected to receive targeted relief measures.
A high-level delegation led by the Chief Minister is scheduled to travel to Delhi shortly to discuss and secure a dedicated relief fund for the affected areas.
The move underscores the state's ongoing efforts to address severe water shortages that have impacted crop yields and farmer livelihoods across Karnataka.