Karnataka to launch Cauvery phase 5 water supply project for Bengaluru on October 16: Report

Karnataka's D. K. Shivakumar announced the launch of the Cauvery Phase 5 water supply project on October 16, aimed at improving Bengaluru's water supply.

Published on: Oct 13, 2024, 08:35:23 IST

By Yamini C S

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Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar announced that the highly anticipated Cauvery Phase 5 water supply project will be officially launched on October 16. The project aims to boost Bengaluru’s water supply, particularly benefiting the city's high-altitude regions.

Deputy chief minister of Karnataka DK Shivakumar. (ANI)

Shivakumar, who also holds the irrigation portfolio along with Bengaluru development, shared that this new phase will significantly increase the city’s water capacity, a report on Zee Business said. “October 16th is going to be a special day for Bengaluru. Till date, 1,500 MLD water was provided for the Bengaluru city in four phases. The fifth phase is going to help additional 50 lakh people,” Shivakumar explained, as quoted in the publication.

One of the most significant components of this project is the construction of India’s largest water treatment plant, which will have a capacity of 775 MLD. This facility, along with an extensive pipeline network, will help deliver water to various parts of the city, including its suburbs. The pipelines will cover 110 kilometers, reaching key reservoirs in areas like Gottigere, Kadugodi, and Chokkanahalli, the report noted.

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“I visited and monitored the work at the spot. On 16th, we are inaugurating the project at Torekadanahalli. We will ensure every household in Bengaluru gets water," the DCM said.

The project is expected to greatly ease the water shortage in Bengaluru, especially during the summer months, when the city faces challenges due to its elevation. The Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has already provided over 10 lakh water connections and plans to add another 4 lakh connections under this new phase.

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Shivakumar also highlighted the state's efforts in enhancing the Dasara celebrations in Mysuru, with special lighting arrangements extended for 12 days this year. “It is being arranged wonderfully, I am telling you when I was in charge earlier as the power minister, these kinds of arrangements were not made,” he stated.

The Cauvery Phase 5 project is set to be a game-changer for Bengaluru, ensuring a more reliable and efficient water supply for millions of residents.

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Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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