Archive · 9 Nov 2025
Tungabhadra Dam Upgrade Underway, Shivakumar Addresses Farmer Concerns
The person in charge of Karnataka, DK Shivakumar, said that they are fixing all the big doors, called crest gates, at the Tungabhadra dam.
He explained that this work is important for keeping the dam safe.
Some people are trying to make it a big deal about getting water for another crop, but Shivakumar asked farmers to think about whether the dam's safety or the crop is more important right now.
He mentioned that a special group set up by the national government will decide about the water.
He also talked about helping farmers who grow silkworms in the Kudligi area by possibly building a special market for them nearby.
This is good news because more people want to buy their silk now.
All crest gates of the Tungabhadra dam are being replaced as part of an ongoing upgrade project.
Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar urged farmers to prioritize dam safety over immediate water release for the second crop.
The Tungabhadra Board, established by the Central Government, holds the final authority on water release decisions.
Concerns were raised about attempts to politicize the water release issue for farmers.
The government is considering establishing a silk market in Kudligi to support the region's sericulture farmers.
- Who
- Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar
- What
- Announced the ongoing replacement of Tungabhadra dam's crest gates, addressed concerns about water release for the second crop, and discussed plans for a silk market in Kudligi.
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- Kudligi constituency, Karnataka
- Why
- To update on infrastructure projects, reassure farmers regarding water supply while prioritizing dam safety, and support local agriculture through new market initiatives.
Government
Farmers/Critics
Dam Safety vs. Second Crop Water Release
Government
Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar emphasizes that replacing crest gates is crucial for dam safety, urging farmers to prioritize it over immediate water release for the second crop. He states the Tungabhadra Board, appointed by the Central Government, will make the final decision on water release.
Farmers/Critics
Some individuals are attempting to politicize the issue of releasing water for the second crop, creating pressure on farmers. Farmers are being urged to consider the importance of dam safety over the immediate need for water.
- Official
- DK Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka
- Location
- Kudligi constituency, Karnataka
- Event
- Inauguration of a project to fill 74 lakes with Tungabhadra River water
- Dam Project
- Replacement of all crest gates of the Tungabhadra dam
- Water Release Authority
- Tungabhadra Board (Central Government constituted)
- Proposed Market
- Silk market in Kudligi to support local sericulture farmers
- Sericulture Support
- Addressing the needs of approximately 4,000 silk farmers in the region
