Karnataka Plans to Establish Permanent State Water Commission for Water Security and Dispute Management
The Karnataka government plans to set up a permanent State Water Commission to address water security and inter-state water disputes. Announced by Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, the commission will consist of 10 to 15 technical experts from fields like irrigation, finance, and environmental science. Its primary role will be to assess water demand and availability, recommend measures for water security, and study irrigation systems and crop patterns. A key immediate focus will be managing the allocation of Cauvery water to Bengaluru for the next 50 years. A Bill for this is expected in the legislature shortly.
Key Points
- The commission is modeled after the Central Water Commission to provide expert technical inputs.
- It will focus on long-term water planning, including a 50-year plan for Cauvery water allocation to Bengaluru.
- The body will include representatives from Irrigation and Finance departments alongside environmental experts.
- It aims to fix responsibility for water usage and recommend emergency measures during water-related disasters.
Exam Facts
- Proposed number of experts: 10 to 15
- Key focus area: Cauvery water allocation for the next 50 years
- Proposing State: Karnataka
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