Karnataka drought

Karnataka likely to declare drought on September 4

by
Karnataka likely to declare drought on September 4

A farmer on his land in Belagavi district. Up to 150 taluks have witnessed a dry spell and soil has lost moisture, Agriculture Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy informed mediapersons on August 31, 2023.  | Photo Credit: P K Badiger The decision to recommend drought in affected areas will be taken on September 4 when the cabinet … Read more

Government panics as Karnataka faces rainfall deficit

by
Government panics as Karnataka faces rainfall deficit

Athletes practicing in Mangala stadium amidst rain in Mangaluru. The coastal districts of Karnataka received rainfall in the last 24 hours. | Photo Credit: MANJUNATH HS With delayed monsoon and deficit rainfall across Karnataka, the government is gearing up to declare the State as drought-hit. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru on June 19, Revenue Minister … Read more