CWRC Orders Karnataka to Release 3,500 Cusecs of Water Daily to Tamil Nadu
| Topic | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Event | CWRC directs Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days. |
| Regulatory Body | Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) under the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti. |
| Release Location | Biligundlu gauge station (inter-state border). |
| Karnataka's Reservoirs | Krishna Raja Sagara (KRS) and Kabini dams facing depleted storage due to erratic monsoon. |
| Tamil Nadu's Demand | Higher allocation needed for Kuruvai rice cultivation and municipal water supply at Mettur Dam. |

