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Protests erupt over Cauvery water release order
People in Karnataka are protesting because the government told them to give water to Tamil Nadu.
The protesters say Karnataka is very dry this year and needs the water.
They are blocking roads and shouting to show they are upset.
The government says they have to follow the rules, but the protesters want the government to stand up for Karnataka instead.
Protests erupted in Mysuru and Mandya against CWRC's order to release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu.
Karnataka directed to release 3,500 cusecs of water for 15 days.
Protesters argue releasing water is unjust during severe drought in Karnataka.
Activists threaten statewide agitation if water is released without proper judgment.
Farmer leaders call the CWRC order unscientific, ignoring Karnataka's drought conditions.
- Who
- Farmers and pro-Kannada outfits in Karnataka
- What
- Protests against CWRC order to release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu
- Where
- Mysuru and Mandya districts, Karnataka
- When
- Tuesday, July 28
- Why
- Protesters believe releasing water is unjust during drought conditions
Protesters
Government
Water Release
Protesters
Releasing water to Tamil Nadu is a betrayal and injustice, especially during drought.
Government
The CWRC order must be followed as it is a legal directive.
Key facts
- Water Release Amount
- 3,500 cusecs for 15 days
- Protesting Regions
- Mysuru and Mandya districts
- Karnataka's Rainfall
- 20% of normal this year
- Drought-Affected Districts
- More than 20
- Protest Actions
- Sit-ins, highway blockades, marches
Quotes
Unnamed farmer leader
A farmer leader in Mysuru speaking to PTI
“I strongly condemn the KWRC’s order of releasing 3,500 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu when there is no water for Bengaluru. The government should take a strong decision. Water should not be released to Tamil Nadu for any reason.”
theprint.in
“We will fight for every single drop of water. At a time when we are struggling to protect every drop, if the Karnataka government releases water without exercising proper judgment, there will be a massive statewide agitation.”
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m.rediff.com
Sources
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