The Hindu·1 min read·medium
Crest gates of Tunga reservoir lifted to release excess water
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The Hindu Bureau
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Authorities at the Tunga reservoir in Karnataka have opened 10 of 22 crest gates to release excess water following heavy rainfall. The reservoir is currently operating near its full capacity to manage inflow safely.
As many as 10 of the 22 crest gates of the Tunga reservoir at Gajanur, near Shivamogga, were lifted on Sunday (July 5, 2026) to release excess water. Heavy inflow caused by rain in the catchment area prompted officers of the Tunga Project to open the gates.
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