CWMA upholds order for Karnataka to release 4,000 cusecs of water a day to T.N. for 15 days
The releases over 15 days will amount to a total of 5.18 tmcft
The Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) has upheld an order requiring Karnataka to release 4,000 cusecs of water per day to Tamil Nadu for the next 15 days. This decision comes as Karnataka faces severe drought conditions, with 71% of its taluks declared drought-affected and 75% of the basin in drought conditions. The CWMA's order mandates the release of a total of 5.18 tmcft of water.
Earlier, Karnataka had requested the CWMA to reduce the ordered flows from 4,000 cusecs to 3,000 cusecs per day due to its own critical situation and to adhere to the principles of justice and equity. However, the CWMA insisted on the higher release figure. The CWMA's decision highlights the ongoing water dispute between the two states and the challenges faced by Karnataka in meeting its critical requirements such as drinking water, environmental flows, and irrigation needs.
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