Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Karnataka Reservoirs Face Deficit Due to Weak Monsoon
Karnataka's reservoirs are holding much less water this year compared to last year because of a weak monsoon.
The state's 14 major reservoirs are only 45% full, which is a big drop from last year.
Some reservoirs like Linganamakki and Supa have much less water than before.
The Krishna basin has seen some improvement due to recent rains, but other areas like the Cauvery basin are still struggling.
This could mean water shortages in the future if the monsoon doesn't bring more rain.
Karnataka's 14 major reservoirs are at 45% capacity, a 42% decline from last year.
Linganamakki and Supa reservoirs have significantly lower storage than last year.
The Cauvery basin reservoirs are under pressure, with most holding less water than last year.
The Krishna basin shows improvement due to recent inflows, with Almatti dam storing more water than last year.
Central Karnataka's Bhadra reservoir has a considerable drop in storage compared to last year.
- Who
- Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC)
- What
- Decline in reservoir storage due to a weak monsoon
- When
- As of July 23
- Where
- Karnataka, India
- Why
- Weak southwest monsoon leading to lower water levels in reservoirs
Concerns Over Water Shortage
Optimism from Recent Inflows
Water Storage Levels
Concerns Over Water Shortage
Significant decline in reservoir storage compared to last year, raising concerns about water availability.
Optimism from Recent Inflows
Recent inflows have improved storage levels in some reservoirs, particularly in the Krishna basin.
- Current Storage
- 405.18 tmc ft
- Storage Last Year
- 693.48 tmc ft
- Total Capacity
- 895.65 tmc ft
- Percentage Filled
- 45%
- Major Reservoirs
- 14