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The Hindu
18-06-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
Karnataka rains: Flood warning as outflow from Kabini increased to 25,000 cusecs
The outflow from the Kabini reservoir in Mysuru district of Karnataka was increased to over 25,000 cusecs on June 18, prompting a flood warning for people living downstream. The Cauvery Neeravari Nigam Limited (CNNL) has appealed to residents along both banks of the river to avoid going near the water and to shift, along with their domestic animals and cattle, to higher ground for safety. The outflow was increased consequent to rise in the rate of inflow into the reservoir, which was nearing its capacity. The inflow was 21,545 cusecs at 12 noon on June 18 while the water level was 2,280.84 ft against the capacity of 2,284 feet. The increase in inflow was attributed to heavy rains in the catchment region of the Kapila river in the Wayanad region of Kerala. KRS in Mandya The rate of inflow into the Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) reservoir in Mandya district has also increased due to heavy rains in Kodagu district. The inflow was 29,368 cusecs while the reservoir level was 113.25 ft against its capacity of 124.80 feet. Kodagu district was a beneficiary of the early onset of the South West Monsoon this year, but after a week of intense rains in the last week of May, there was a lull. As a result, the figures for June indicated a deficit in rainfall. But the monsoon gained fresh vigour during the last 48 hours, which resulted in an increase in inflow into various reservoirs, including KRS and Harangi. Though the rains have relatively abated as on June 18, the water flow continues to benefit from the rains received over the past two days. During the 24-hour period ending 8.30 a.m. on June 18, Bhagamandala recorded 91.20 mm of rain while Shanthalli received 80 mm. Napoklu (50.80 mm), Virajpet (49 mm) and Ammathi (47.50 mm) were other areas in the district that received a significant amount of rain.
The Hindu
15-06-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
Coastal Karnataka records normal rainfall in June, says KSNDMC
Coastal Karnataka recorded a cumulative 232 mm of rainfall against the normal 280 mm from June 1 to June 13 (till 8.30 a.m.). The departure in rainfall is -17 %, which is normal, according to the Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC). A KSNDMC bulletin on Sunday reported a range of normal rainfall of +19% to –19% and a range of deficit rainfall of -20% to –59%. Highest rainfall in Karnataka It said that Pudu gram panchayat, under Mangaluru taluk in Dakshina Kannada, reported the State's highest 189.5 mm of rainfall in 24 hours ending at 8.30 a.m. on Sunday. It was followed by 180.5 mm of rainfall in Neerumarga gram panchayat under Mangaluru taluk. Meramajalu gram panchayat in Bantwal taluk reported 174 mm of rainfall, while Bala gram panchayat in Mangaluru taluk recorded 165.5 mm of rainfall. Patrame gram panchayat in Belthangady taluk reported 162.5 mm of rainfall, Amtadi and Badagabelluru gram panchayats in Bantwal taluk recorded 159.5 mm and 150 mm of rainfall, respectively. In all, 27 gram panchayats in Dakshina Kannada recorded rainfall ranging between 100 mm and 150 mm during the period. The KSNDMC said that Tenka gram panchayat, Kaup taluk in Udupi district recorded 114.5 mm rainfall during the period. Neere gram panchayat in Karkala taluk reported 113 mm of rainfall, and Uliyaragoli gram panchayat in Kaup taluk recorded 100.5 mm of rainfall. It said that widespread rains were observed in five districts, including Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Kodagu and Belagavi, during the same period. Normal South West Monsoon conditions observed in the coastal and adjoining parts of Malnad and some parts of North Interior Karnataka districts, the KSNDMC said. Rain alert The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday that heavy to very heavy rain with sustained winds (40-50 kmph) is likely to occur at one or two places over Uttara Kannada, Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts on Monday and Tuesday. It said heavy rain is likely to occur at one or two places over Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada and Udupi districts on June 18.
The Hindu
14-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
With early onset of Monsoon, Karnataka sees robust progress in sowing as coverage surpasses normal and last year's figures
The early onset of monsoon and record rainfall in May have resulted in robust progress in sowing activity in Karnataka, with the State surpassing not just the normal coverage level till June 7, but also the previous year's coverage in the same period. According to data provided by the Agriculture Department, that has set a target of sowing on 82.50 lakh hectares for the Khariff season, 20.42 lakh hectares have been covered till June 13 as against the normal coverage level of 11.957 lakh hectares for this period. This is 171% of the normal level till June 13. It is marginally higher than the coverage in the previous year (20.221 lakh hectares), which too had seen enthusiastic agricultural operations fuelled by a good monsoon after a disappointing year of drought. An analysis of the progress with respect to overall target for the Kharif season shows that the State has already achieved 25% of its Kharif sowing target. Total sowing target for kharif – 82.50 lakh hectares Normal coverage by June 13 - 11.957 lakh hectares Actual coverage by June 13 - 20.42 lakh hectares Progress compared with normal coverage – 171% Progress compared with full target – 25% The early onset of South West Monsoon, which is the mainstay for agricultural operations in a majority of areas of Karnataka, is being cited as the main reason for this 'robust' progress. Karnataka Agriculture Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy attributed it also to the measures taken by the government to ensure that there is no shortage of agricultural inputs particularly fertilisers and sowing seeds. 'I am personally monitoring the availability of agricultural inputs on a daily basis along with senior officials. We managed to procure soya bean seeds from other states in right time to make up for shortage,' he told The Hindu. The South West Monsoon not only entered the state nearly 10 days earlier than the normal onset this year, but also remained vigorous with the State witnessing a 124-year-old record rainfall in May. Experts and officials said agricultural operations require good and regular rainfall spread over different phases of crop cycle rather than a record heavy rainfall at just one stage. However, the predictions of good rainfall for the months of June and July have triggered hopes of this Kharif season too turning out to be bountiful like the previous one that saw food production surpassing the target. Food production The State had achieved a foodgrains production of 153.12 lakh tonne during 2024-25. This time, the Agriculture Department has set a target of 148.48 lakh tonnes comprising both the Kharif and Rabi seasons. Agriculture Department Director G. T. Putra is optimistic that foodgrains production for the present year may not only surpass the target, but also the previous year's level. The sowing coverage is bound to increase sharply in the next few weeks as several areas in north Karnataka, which are witnessing rainfall now, he said. If the prediction comes true, Karnataka will be registering its second highest food grains production as the highest so far has been 160.27 lakh tonnes during the Covid period.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Rain in Kolhapur city inundates roads, exposes KMC's lack of preparedness
Kolhapur: Overnight showers in Kolhapur have exposed the civic administration's inadequate monsoon preparedness. The city witnessed widespread disruption, with choked drainages, fallen trees and toppled street light poles. The heavy rainfall also led to two injuries when a tree branch fell on two people at Mirajkar Tikti in Kolhapur city late on Tuesday. Transportation was significantly affected, particularly on the Pune-Bengaluru National Highway. The service road between Tawde Hotel and Pulachi Shiroli village experienced severe waterlogging, leading to considerable traffic congestion. Similarly, the underpasses at Uchgaon, Ujlaiwadi, and Nagaon Phata on the national highway's adjacent stretch were also inundated. The Babubhai Parekh Railway underpass was particularly the worst affected with severe waterlogging halting all traffic movement. Meanwhile, due to the rainfall received in the last few days, Rajapur barrage at Shirol was inundated under the floodwaters of the swollen Krishna river. A total of 3,000 cusecs of discharge is currently ongoing from the barrage. For Wednesday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued an orange alert for Kolhapur, Satara, and Solapur districts, whereas for Sangli it was a yellow alert. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 수백만 명의 사람들과 함께 Epic Battle에 참여하세요 레이드 섀도우 레전드 Undo Kolhapur city and parts of the district received some intense spells of rain in the noon and evening sessions. The weather remained dark and gloomy throughout the day. In Sangli and Satara, several isolated areas received intense spells of rain. Weather expert Shantanu Patil, while talking to TOI, said, "La Nina has been considerably weak since Jan 2025. El Nino was at a neutral position. Sea surface temperature over the Arabian Sea was high given the normal average. This all indicated a good South West Monsoon 2025 and early monsoon onset. Winds associated with the above combinations helped the ITCZ (Intertropical Convergence Zone) move from the equator towards north at a faster pace. Western disturbances, which we saw over North India till the end of April 2025, helped moisture drag from the Arabian Sea, thus enhancing the onset of the South West Monsoon." He added, "A severe cyclone forming in Arabian Sea will bring heavy rain to coastal Maharashtra and Western Ghats until month's end. While these rains could benefit the farmers, excessive downpours pose a risk to ready-to-harvest crops."
Hindustan Times
18-05-2025
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Assam's flood preparedness reviewed ahead of monsoon season
Guwahati, Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota has reviewed flood preparedness in the state ahead of the monsoon season and urged all departments and agencies to work in close coordination to deal with such a situation, officials said on Sunday. Top officials of various departments and central agencies were present at the review meeting held here on Saturday, with district commissioners joining the discussion through online mode, they said. During the meeting, Assam State Disaster Management Authority Chief Executive Officer Gyanendra D Tripathi made a comprehensive presentation on initiatives taken by the agency on various preparedness measures at the state and district levels. He said that seven thematic meetings with various stakeholders and video conferences with all District Disaster Management Authorities for a 360-degree review of flood preparedness have been conducted. Kota requested all the departments and agencies to work in close coordination with the ASDMA during the flood season for effective management of the deluge. The South West Monsoon is expected to enter the North-East region early in June. During the meeting, NDRF 1st battalion officials said that of its total 18 teams, 14 are deployed in Assam, which will be prepositioned in Cachar, Bongaigaon, Barpeta and Jorhat. NDRF 12th battalion teams will be deployed in Dibrugarh, Sivasagar, Dhemaji and Sonitpur districts, they said. Fire & Emergency Services officials said that 639 SDRF personnel, along with 299 serviceable rescue boats, are deployed in 58 locations of the state for the ensuing monsoon season. For smooth management during the ensuing flood season, several important decisions were taken during the meeting, the officials said. District commissioners have been asked to utilise the services of NDRF teams, prepositioned in their jurisdictions, for capacity building of local-level responders and communities. The Public Health Engineering Department will help urban local bodies and other agencies in providing safe drinking water to those who may be affected by floods. The Agriculture Department has been asked to take up a special drive for the enrollment of farmers for a crop insurance scheme.
