53 More Taluks to Be Added to Drought-Affected List in Karnataka, Taking Total to 177

Drought list likely to touch 200, Gadag inclusion gives oppn fresh ammunition

Karnataka drought-hit taluks rise to 177; deputy CM Parameshwara says count may cross 200. Gadag inclusion sparks political row; Rs 3,500 crore sought.

53 more taluks to be added to drought-affected list in Karnataka, taking total to 177

Karnataka adds 53 taluks to the drought-affected list, raising the total to 177 amid severe rainfall deficits.

36% rainfall deficit in Karnataka: 177 taluks drought-hit; number may cross 200

Karnataka’s drought situation is worsening, with the number of drought-hit taluks expected to rise to 177 and potentially touch 200, Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister G Parameshwara told the Legislative Council on Tuesday. Taking part in a discussion on the drought situation, Parameshwara said the state was facing a serious rainfall deficit that was

177 taluks now: BJP mocks Karnataka govt as Gadag added to expanded drought list

Bengaluru, Sep 22 (IANS) The Karnataka government on Tuesday included Gadag taluk in the list of drought-hit areas. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister G. Parameshwara informed the Legislative… Continue reading 177 taluks now: BJP mocks Karnataka govt as Gadag added to expanded drought list The post 177 taluks now: BJP mocks Karnataka govt as Gadag added to expanded drought list first appeared on Australia India News.