Karnataka starts release of Cauvery water to TN

September 30, 2012 10:07

Complying with the Supreme Court directive, Karnataka today began release of Cauvery River water to Tamil Nadu, triggering widespread protests across the district and disrupting vehicular movement.

Irrigation authorities told PTI that about 5000 cusecs of water was being released from Krishnarajasagar Dam and Kabini Reservoir since last night.

According to sources, Karnataka will be ensuring flow of 9000 cusecs of water to Tamil Nadu.

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