Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Karnataka Faces Severe Monsoon Rainfall Deficit
Karnataka is experiencing a significant shortage of rainfall during the monsoon season.
Most districts are receiving much less rain than usual, which is causing problems for farmers and affecting important rivers.
Some areas in the north are doing better, but overall, the situation is concerning.
Experts are blaming weak weather systems for the lack of rain.
The state is preparing plans to deal with potential droughts and advising farmers to use water more efficiently.
Most of Karnataka's districts are experiencing severe rainfall deficits.
Key agricultural and river basins are significantly under-watered.
The Malnad region and coastal districts are particularly affected.
Only a few districts in North Interior Karnataka report normal rainfall.
State agencies are preparing drought management contingency plans.
- Who
- Farmers, state agencies, disaster management authorities
- What
- Severe monsoon rainfall deficit
- When
- June 1 to July 24
- Where
- Karnataka, India
- Why
- Weak low-pressure systems and sluggish monsoon winds
Agricultural Concerns
Limited Relief in North
Rainfall Deficit Impact
Agricultural Concerns
Severe moisture stress affecting agriculture and river basins.
Limited Relief in North
Some districts in North Interior Karnataka report normal rainfall.
- Period
- June 1 to July 24
- Rainfall Departure
- -20% to -59% below normal
- Affected Regions
- South Interior Karnataka, Western Ghats, Coastal Karnataka
- Normal Rainfall Districts
- Belagavi, Bagalkote, Vijayapura, Raichur, Tumakuru
- Key Rivers Affected
- Cauvery, Krishna, Sharavathi