Cauvery water row: Kabini rescues Karnataka, govt keeps all legal options open
Karnataka released nearly 4 tmcft of water from Kabini dam to Tamil Nadu between Saturday and late Sunday, following monsoon revival.
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar stated the state complies with CWMA's directive but discharged excess water only for dam safety, not specifically for Tamil Nadu.
Karnataka is keeping legal options open, including an appeal in the Supreme Court, to protect its interests in the Cauvery dispute.
Inflow into Krishnarajasagara reservoir increased to 31,583 cusecs on Sunday, more than double Saturday's inflow.
Karnataka has received only 30-35% of normal rainfall, leading to drought-like conditions, while Tamil Nadu sought release of 9.9 tmcft.
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