Not even a drop of water in 10 of 90 reservoirs in TN

WITH summer heat on the rise, water levels in several reservoirs across the state have continued to decline.

-  S GURUVANMIKANATHAN

Shortage of drinking water has led to protests and concerns in some places, and with the southwest monsoon more than a month away, it may be a daunting task to ensure adequate supply.

As of Thursday, the combined water storage in 90 reservoirs across the state stood at 51.992 tmcft, which is just 23.18% of their total capacity of 224.297 tmcft.

According to Water Resources Department data accessed by TNIE, 10 out of 90 reservoirs in the state are completely dry, while 15 hover between 1 and 9% of their capacity. Barring Tirunelveli's Vandal Odai, none reach their full capacity.

Consequently, people living in several rural areas have already begun to bear the brunt of water shortage.