A major dam project launch in Karnataka has brought renewed attention to water sharing, reservoir management and inter-state coordination.

Officials say the project is aimed at improving irrigation, water storage and long-term resource planning, while ensuring smoother coordination between agencies involved in water management. The development comes as concerns over water availability, climate variability and agricultural demand continue to grow across the region.


Karnataka Dam Launch: Focus On Water Sharing, Project Coordination

A major milestone for southern India's water infrastructure was marked with the launch of the renovated Tungabhadra Dam gate project in Karnataka. The ₹51-crore upgrade brought together the Chief Ministers of Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, along with Union Minister C.R. Patil. Leaders highlighted the project's importance for irrigation, water management, and regional cooperation. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the enhanced irrigation capacity will benefit thousands of farmers and strengthen agricultural productivity across the region.


Tungabhadra Dam Revamp Unveiled: Three CMs Join Landmark Irrigation Event 

A gate at the Tungabhadra dam in southern India's Karnataka was washed away on Saturday (August 10) reportedly after a chain link was snapped. A flood alert has been sounded downstream in the state's Koppal district. To decrease the pressure on the dam, all gates except five were immediately opened. The water level must be under control to allow authorities to prepare for repair work on Gate No. 19.

According to sources in the water resources department cited by the Press Trust of India, the water level in the reservoir must be reduced from its current 105 TMC to between 65 and 55 TMC to facilitate the necessary repairs.

The incident has also led to a heightened state of alert in the neighbouring Andhra Pradesh state.&nbsp;

Residents along the banks of the Krishna River have been advised to remain vigilant and avoid crossing canals and streams due to potential flooding risks.

Currently, the dam is discharging 89,000 cusecs of water, according to reports.&nbsp;

Koppal district in-charge Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi called for the urgency of emptying the dam. He said: "We may have to release at least 60 to 65 TMC of water. The problem can be resolved only after 20 feet of water is released."

While there is no immediate threat of flooding, authorities have cautioned the public to stay away from the Tungabhadra River due to the heavy discharge from the dam.

Leader of the Opposition, R Ashoka, said that such a situation would not have arisen if the state's Congress government had held regular meetings of the dam’s technical committee and ensured it was in fit shape.&nbsp;

"Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, who is also water resources minister, is busy working as an agent of the (Congress) high command rather than managing his department… There were ample opportunities for the government to repair the dam which was empty during drought last year. But where was the time for the DyCM to repair it as he was always busy seeking his turn to be CM?," the BJP leader said.

(With inputs from agencies)

A gate at the Tungabhadra dam in southern India's Karnataka was washed away on Saturday (August 10) reportedly after a chain link was snapped. A flood alert has been sounded downstream in the state's Koppal district.

A gate at the Tungabhadra dam in southern India's Karnataka was washed away on Saturday (August 10) reportedly after a chain link was snapped. A flood alert has been sounded downstream in the state's Koppal district. To decrease the pressure on the dam, all gates except five were immediately opened. The water level must be under control to allow authorities to prepare for repair work on Gate No. 19. According to sources in the water resources department cited by the Press Trust of India, the water level in the reservoir must be reduced from its current 105 TMC to between 65 and 55 TMC to facilitate the necessary repairs. The incident has also led to a heightened state of alert in the neighbouring Andhra Pradesh state. Residents along the banks of the Krishna River have been advised to remain vigilant and avoid crossing canals and streams due to potential flooding risks. Currently, the dam is discharging 89,000 cusecs of water, according to reports. Koppal district in-charge Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi called for the urgency of emptying the dam. He said: "We may have to release at least 60 to 65 TMC of water. The problem can be resolved only after 20 feet of water is released." While there is no immediate threat of flooding, authorities have cautioned the public to stay away from the Tungabhadra River due to the heavy discharge from the dam. Leader of the Opposition, R Ashoka, said that such a situation would not have arisen if the state's Congress government had held regular meetings of the dam’s technical committee and ensured it was in fit shape. "Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, who is also water resources minister, is busy working as an agent of the (Congress) high command rather than managing his department… There were ample opportunities for the government to repair the dam which was empty during drought last year. But where was the time for the DyCM to repair it as he was always busy seeking his turn to be CM?," the BJP leader said. (With inputs from agencies)

Tungabhadra Dam gate washed away, parts of Andhra, Karnataka on alert

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Karnataka Dam Launch: Focus On Water Sharing, Project Coordination

Tungabhadra Dam Revamp Unveiled: Three CMs Join Landmark Irrigation Event

Tungabhadra Dam gate washed away, parts of Andhra, Karnataka on alert