Incessant rain in Shivamogga causes Tunga River to breach danger level
Shivamogga: Continuous heavy rains across Shivamogga have caused the Tunga River to overflow, breaching the danger level on Tuesday. The relentless downpour in Agumbe and Thirthahalli areas has increased the inflow of water to the Tunga dam. With the dam already at its highest capacity, the excess water is being steadily released into the river, resulting in a significant rise in the water level.
On Tuesday, the mantapa near the Korpalayya Chatra in Shivamogga submerged, signaling the dangerous rise of the Tunga River. The low-lying areas along the riverbanks are now at risk of flooding. In response, the municipal administration has issued warnings and taken necessary precautions to safeguard the residents.
The incessant heavy rains in the Shivamogga basin have led to a considerable increase in water inflow to major reservoirs across the district. The Linganmakki dam, a key hydro-electric project in the state, has experienced a dramatic rise in water inflow. As of Tuesday morning, the inflow to the dam surged to 77,911 cusecs. The current water level in the dam stands at 1782.15 feet, nearing its maximum capacity of 1819 feet. Over the past 24 hours, an additional four feet of water has accumulated in Linganmakki.
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Similarly, the Bhadra reservoir, a significant dam in Central Karnataka, has also seen a notable increase in water levels, with an inflow of 27,839 cusecs. Out of this, 166 cusecs of water is being released. The current water level in the dam is recorded at 144 feet and 7 inches, while the maximum capacity is 186 feet. In the last 24 hours, the dam has accumulated almost 3.5 feet of water. On the same day last year, the dam recorded a water storage level of 143.3 feet.
Meanwhile, the Tunga dam has reached its maximum level of 588.24 meters with an inflow of 42,683 cusecs on Tuesday. Out of this, 41,583 cusecs of water is being released to the Tungabhadra dam in Hospet.
The district authorities are closely monitoring the situation and have urged residents in vulnerable areas to stay alert and follow safety measures.
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Mangaluru: Four-way waste segregation rolled out under new rules
Mangaluru: The Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) has begun implementing the revised Solid Waste Management Rules 2026, which came into effect nationwide from April 1, making four-way waste segregation mandatory for all residents and establishments.
According to Deccan Herald, under the new system, waste must be segregated into four categories before being handed over to collection vehicles:
1. Wet waste such as kitchen refuse, fruit and vegetable peels, leftover food, meat waste, flowers and leaves.
2. Dry waste including plastic materials, bottles, paper, cardboard and rubber
3. Sanitary waste comprising used sanitary pads, diapers, condoms and bandages
4. Special care or domestic hazardous waste such as used batteries, LED bulbs, tube lights, paint containers, pesticide bottles and thermometers.
MCC Commissioner Ravichandra Naik said wet and sanitary waste will be collected daily, while dry and hazardous waste will be collected once a week (Fridays) to improve efficiency in handling different waste streams.
The corporation has also introduced stricter norms for bulk waste generators, defined as establishments producing more than 100 kg of waste per day, or having a built-up area exceeding 20,000 square metres, including offices, malls, hospitals and large residential complexes, as well as units consuming over 40,000 litres of water daily, will be treated as bulk waste generators and will be subject to stricter norms.
The MCC warned that violations of segregation rules will attract penalties under the Solid Waste Management Bye-laws, 2019, and urged citizens to strictly follow the new system.
For further information, citizens have been advised to contact or visit the Health Department of the corporation during office hours, said the commissioner.
To encourage sustainable practices, the civic body has also launched an initiative recognising zero-waste weddings. Recently, Commissioner Ravichandra Naik honoured Veerendar and Suraksha for conducting an eco-friendly wedding at Rajatadri auditorium in Vamanjoor on March 30.
The MCC in its X handle said "the wedding embraced a zero waste, plastic free and eco friendly concept."
At the ceremony, no plastic bottles were used; guests were served drinks in steel tumblers. No tissue papers were distributed during the programme. Ice cream was served in cups made of arecanut sheets. The stage was decorated with flowers and eco-friendly reusable decorative materials.
Eco-Friendly Wedding: A Green Start!
— ಮಂಗಳೂರು ಮಹಾನಗರ ಪಾಲಿಕೆ | Mangaluru City Corporation (@mangalurucorp) March 31, 2026
Hon'ble Commissioner Sri Ravichandra Naik, KAS, presented an appreciation letter to the couple Suraksha-Veerendra for their noble initiative. Their wedding at Vamanjoor (30-03-2026) embraced a Zero Waste, Plastic-Free, & Eco-Friendly concept. pic.twitter.com/Rlf8piTDUN
