Karnataka Faces Severe Drought, Water and Power Shortages: Chief Minister

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has flagged severe drought conditions affecting the state, with anticipated water and power shortages ahead. Drought has already been officially declared in 100 taluks across the state.

Shivakumar stated that the process to declare additional areas as drought-hit is underway, following prescribed norms for assessment. The declarations are expected to cover more districts as the situation is evaluated.