4,000 cusecs of water released from Harangi dam as rains continue to lash

Following continuous rains in the catchment areas, nearly 4,000 cusecs of water were released from the Harangi dam in Kodagu district on Saturday.

Authorities said all four crest gates of the dam were opened around 11.30 a.m., as the water level neared the Full Reservoir Level. The water was released to manage the rising inflow and maintain safe water levels, they said.

The catchment areas of the Harangi reservoir had witnessed heavy and sustained rains in recent days, leading to a sharp increase in the inflow. Officials expect further rise in water levels, as there was forecast for more rains in the coming days.

The Cauvery Neeravari Nigam Limited, in a press note, said that as a precautionary measure, residents living along the banks of the Harangi and Cauvery have been advised to remain vigilant and move to safer locations if necessary. The public were urged to keep their livestock safe, it noted.

Published - June 14, 2025 07:42 pm IST