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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Punishment for those disrupting assembly proceedings, warns Speaker UT Khader
Belagavi: Speaker U.T. Khader on Friday warned that members who disrupt Assembly proceedings by talking in their seats during debates will be made to sit in the House for an entire day as a disciplinary measure.
The warning came after the Question Hour, when Deputy Leader of the Opposition Arvind Bellad was permitted to initiate a discussion on the development of North Karnataka.
At this point, expelled BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal objected, stating that he had been seeking a debate for the past three days but had not been given an opportunity.
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Responding to the objection, Speaker Khader said Bellad had already been granted permission and assured Yatnal that he would be allowed to speak at the next opportunity. He noted that even as a serious discussion was underway, several MLAs were speaking among themselves with their microphones on, disrupting the proceedings.
Expressing displeasure over the conduct of members, Khader likened the situation to football, where players receive red, yellow, or white cards for violations. Similarly, he said, the Assembly issues warning cards to members who disturb the House. If they fail to correct themselves despite repeated warnings, they would be required to remain seated in the Assembly hall for a full day as punishment, he stated.
