Excess water released from Tunga reservoir, Shivamogga residents offer prayer

Excess water from the Tunga reservoir at Gajanur in Shivamogga being released on Monday, as the inflow increased due to heavy rains in the catchment area. | Photo Credit: S.K. Dinesh The Tunga river is in spate following heavy rain in its catchment areas across Sringeri and Tirthahalli taluks. The water level at the dam across the river at Gajanur has reached its maximum level, prompting officials to release excess water through the crest gates.The swollen river has flooded adjoining areas. Several areca plantations in Kuskur and neighbouring villages in Shivamogga taluk, as well as roads along the river bank, are inundated, causing hardship for residents living close to the river bed.As of Monday morning, the inflow into the river stood at 86,123 cusecs, forcing officials to maintain the