Archive · 15 Sep 2026
Karnataka CM warns of drought, water and electricity shortages
Karnataka has received less rain than expected.
This has created concerns about drought, drinking water and electricity.
Chief Minister D K Shivakumar asked people to be mentally prepared.
He said the government is arranging drinking-water supplies.
Officials are collecting information to prepare a report about the drought.
The report will be used when the central government assesses the situation.
So far, 101 areas called taluks have been declared drought-hit.
The state legislature will hold a special session to discuss the situation and farmers’ concerns.
Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said Karnataka faces drought and a possible shortage of drinking water and electricity.
He urged people to be mentally prepared while saying arrangements were being made to ensure drinking-water supplies.
The state is preparing a drought report for the Centre’s assessment, with studies completed in some areas and others ongoing.
The Meteorological Department’s expected week of rain brought only limited rainfall to some areas.
The government has declared 101 taluks drought-hit in the first phase, with more potentially to follow.
- Who
- Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, the state government and legislators.
- What
- The chief minister warned of drought and possible drinking-water and electricity shortages, while outlining preparations and urging people not to panic.
- When
- Tuesday, September 15; the year is not specified in the report.
- Where
- Karnataka, with the chief minister speaking in Bengaluru and a cabinet meeting planned in Mangaluru.
- Why
- Declining rainfall and lower-than-expected rains have raised concerns about water availability, electricity and farmers’ issues.
- Drought status
- 101 taluks have been declared drought-hit in the first phase.
- Rainfall
- Rainfall has declined, and only some areas received limited rain after a week of expected rainfall.
- Water supply
- The government said preparations are under way to ensure drinking-water supplies.
- Electricity
- The state is also experiencing electricity-related problems.
- Drought report
- Reports are complete for some areas, while assessments for others are being prepared.
- Legislative session
- A special session of the state legislature has been convened to discuss the situation and farmers’ issues.
- Further action
- More announcements are expected after discussions with farmers.