Karnataka farmers protest in Mysuru against CWRC 12,000 cusec release
India
Karnataka farmers hit the streets in Mysuru on Tuesday, upset over the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee's (CWRC) order to release 12,000 cusecs of Cauvery River water to Tamil Nadu over 15 days.
Their leaders said the directive was not needed right now.
Farmers cite rains, demand Mekedatu reservoir
Farmers argue that rainwater is already flowing into Tamil Nadu, so extra release isn't necessary.
As Federation president Kurubur Shanthakumar put it, "If rains come, we will release water."
The groups are also pushing for a Mekedatu reservoir on the Cauvery, an idea they believe could help both states during crises.
A decision on joining the August 13 statewide bandh will be made soon.