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Karnataka officials directed to manage drought, Tamil Nadu CM seeks river link
Karnataka officials have been directed to prepare for a potential water crisis due to drought and promote alternative crops. Ministers were instructed to visit drought- and flood-hit districts and submit reports, with a focus on ensuring drinking water and fodder supply. Farmers are to receive interim crop insurance relief, with 80% crop damage reported in many areas. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin urged the Prime Minister to expedite the Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar river link project, citing it as a long-term solution for water resources. Stalin also requested the Centre's intervention for the release of 11 Indian fishermen arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
L 4 C 6 R 2
- Left (4): National Herald, The Hindu, The News Minute, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (6 votes, 7 outlets): Amar Ujala, Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, Navbharat Times ยท The Times of India (Times Group — 1 vote), The New Indian Express, The Print
- Right (2): Republic World, The Pioneer