State govt. focus is on drinking water supply, says Yathindra
Karnataka Urban Development Minister Yathindra announced that the state government is prioritizing drinking water supply amid potential drought conditions. The government has sanctioned funds for each constituency to support relief measures and contingency planning.
Why it matters
Effective drought management is critical for public health and agricultural stability in regions facing rainfall deficits.
With the State staring at a potential drought following deficient rainfall, the government has intensified its preparedness, placing the highest priority on ensuring an uninterrupted supply of drinking water, Urban Development Minister Yathindra has said.
Addressing presspersons in Kalaburagi on Monday, Mr. Yathindra said that Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is closely monitoring the evolving situation through regular reviews with departments and district administrations.
The district in-charge Ministers have also had field assessments and directed officials to drill borewells in areas facing drinking water scarcity, he said.
“The State government is fully prepared to respond to the drought situation. Drinking water remains our foremost priority and officials have been instructed to initiate immediate relief measures wherever shortages are reported,” he said.
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