Water release into Kalingarayan Canal deferred over low storage in Bhavanisagar Dam
The Water Resources Department in Erode, India, has postponed the release of water into the Kalingarayan Canal due to critically low storage levels in the Bhavanisagar Dam. Officials cited poor inflow and the need to prioritize drinking water supplies over irrigation needs.
Why it matters
Water scarcity directly threatens the livelihoods of local farmers and highlights the impact of climate variability on agricultural planning.
The Water Resources Department (WRD) has deferred the release of water into the Kalingarayan Canal, scheduled for June 28, owing to inadequate storage in the Bhavanisagar Dam.
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