More Taluks to Be Declared Drought-Hit in Karnataka: Chief Minister DK Shivakumar

Rain deficit in all but one Karnataka district; drought tag for more taluks

The rain deficit in Bengaluru Urban district is 44%, with 183 mm of rainfall received between June 1 and September 8, against a normal of around 320 mm.

More taluks to be declared drought-hit in Karnataka: Chief Minister DK Shivakumar

The CM also said they have called a special legislative session in September to discuss the woes of farmers.

Rain deficit worsens in Karnataka, 26 more taluks face drought

Bengaluru: Karnataka’s worsening rainfall deficit could push the state deeper into drought-like conditions in the coming weeks, with 26 more taluks likely to be added to the drought-hit list within a week, officials said. Of the state’s 239 taluks, 102 have already been declared drought-hit. The continued weakness of the southwest monsoon has raised concerns … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Poli…

25 more Karnataka taluks likely to be declared drought-hit soon: Dy CM Parameshwara

Bengaluru, Sept 8 (IANS) As many as 25 more taluks in Karnataka are likely to be declared drought-hit soon, with the State government currently undertaking the second phase of drought… Continue reading 25 more Karnataka taluks likely to be declared drought-hit soon: Dy CM Parameshwara The post 25 more Karnataka taluks likely to be declared drought-hit soon: Dy CM Parameshwara first appeared on Australia India News.