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**Summary:**

Heavy, early monsoon rains in Kodagu and Chikkamagalur (Karnataka) and Wayanad (Kerala) have significantly increased water inflow into major Cauvery basin reservoirs like KRS, Hemavathi, and Kabini. Inflow and water levels are rising rapidly, with further heavy rainfall predicted. Reservoir levels are expected to reach comfortable levels sooner than anticipated.

**News Article:**

**Early Monsoon Delivers Relief to Cauvery Basin Reservoirs**

**MYSURU, May 27, 2025** – Torrential monsoon rains, arriving earlier than expected, are providing a much-needed boost to water levels in key reservoirs across Karnataka’s Cauvery basin. Heavy rainfall in the catchment areas of the Cauvery River, particularly in Kodagu and Chikkamagalur districts, as well as Wayanad in Kerala, has resulted in a significant increase in inflow to the Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS), Hemavathi, and Kabini reservoirs.

The KRS reservoir in Mandya district is experiencing a dramatic surge, with inflow jumping from 2,053 cusecs on Monday to 19,129 cusecs by Tuesday morning. Bhagamandala, a crucial upstream region in Kodagu, has been particularly hard hit by the downpour, receiving over 500 mm of rain in the past three days. This has caused localized flooding but has also contributed significantly to the rising water levels in the reservoir, which stood at 92 feet at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, up from 89.35 feet the previous day.

Similar increases are being observed in other reservoirs. The Kabini reservoir in Mysuru district is receiving an inflow of 21,946 cusecs due to heavy rainfall in Wayanad. The Hemavathi reservoir in Hassan district has seen its inflow increase to 17,812 cusecs.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued heavy to very heavy rains in Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, Hassan, and Mysuru districts over the next 48 to 72 hours. This is expected to further improve the storage levels in the reservoirs, potentially ensuring a comfortable water supply situation for the region earlier than anticipated this year.

While the early monsoon brings welcome relief, authorities are closely monitoring the situation to manage potential flood risks and ensure the safety of residents in vulnerable areas.

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