Water level falls below 55 feet as inflow remains low in Bhavanisagar Dam
The water level in the Bhavanisagar Dam has dropped below 55 feet due to consistently low inflow over the past several months. Farmers are concerned about the low storage levels and have called for government action against illegal water extraction.
Why it matters
The reservoir is a critical water source for irrigation across three districts in Tamil Nadu, and low levels threaten local agricultural output.
The water level in the Bhavanisagar Dam dropped below 55 feet on Wednesday (June 24, 2026), against its full reservoir level of 105 feet.
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