Karnataka Farmer Banks on Recent Rains Amid Cauvery Water Sharing Uncertainty
Marilingaiah, a Karnataka farmer, waits for water from the Visvesvaraya canal to sow paddy on his two-acre plot. Despite official advice against sowing due to deficient monsoon and low reservoir levels, farmers like Marilingaiah are optimistic after recent rains raised KRS reservoir levels. However, Karnataka must balance irrigation needs with drinking water requirements and share limited Cauvery water with Tamil Nadu, leading to uncertainty for farmers across both states.
21 AUG 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Despite low reservoir levels and official warnings, Karnataka farmers are optimistic about the potential for successful paddy cultivation due to recent rains.
24 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
The Supreme Court advised the Tamil Nadu government to resolve its Cauvery water dispute with Karnataka through the Cauvery Water Management Authority.
30 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Tamil Nadu filed a petition with the Supreme Court, demanding Karnataka release 17.604 tmcft of Cauvery water as per the pro-rata formula.
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