Mysuru district minister HC Mahadevappa reported crop loss in 6,900 hectares and horticulture crops in 4,000 hectares due to pre-monsoon showers. The government has provided compensation to affected families. Water levels in rivers are rising following good rain in Kodagu district.
Also referred to as “Cauvery”, the Kaveri River is an 805km long river that flows through the Indian States of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and the Union Territory of Puducherry.