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Karnataka CM Warns Kabini Reservoir Overflowing with 12,000 cusecs of Inflow
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 02 Aug 2026, 02:03 PM
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Karnataka Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar has warned that the Kabini reservoir is at full capacity and cannot retain the incoming 12,000 cubic feet per second of water, raising concerns over downstream flooding.
The Kabini reservoir, situated on the Kabini River in Karnataka, has reached its maximum storage capacity amid a surge of rainfall in the catchment area. Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar stated that the inflow has escalated to 12,000 cubic feet per second, a volume that the dam cannot hold back. The CM urged authorities to monitor the situation closely and prepare for potential downstream impacts.
The Karnataka Water Resources Department has activated its emergency protocols, with engineers on standby to manage spillway operations. Local communities downstream have been advised to stay alert, as the excess water could lead to flooding in low-lying areas.
Shivakumar emphasized that the government would coordinate with the Central Water Commission and the Karnataka State Disaster Management Authority to mitigate risks. He also called for a review of the dam’s structural integrity and the implementation of additional safety measures.
The statement comes as the monsoon season continues to bring heavy rains across the state, increasing pressure on several reservoirs. Officials are monitoring water levels and are prepared to take swift action if the situation worsens.
The Karnataka Water Resources Department has activated its emergency protocols, with engineers on standby to manage spillway operations. Local communities downstream have been advised to stay alert, as the excess water could lead to flooding in low-lying areas.
Shivakumar emphasized that the government would coordinate with the Central Water Commission and the Karnataka State Disaster Management Authority to mitigate risks. He also called for a review of the dam’s structural integrity and the implementation of additional safety measures.
The statement comes as the monsoon season continues to bring heavy rains across the state, increasing pressure on several reservoirs. Officials are monitoring water levels and are prepared to take swift action if the situation worsens.