146 Udupi Villages Flagged as Drinking‑Water‑Vulnerable

Researchers from the Karnataka Water Resources Department have identified 146 villages in Udupi district that are vulnerable to drinking‑water shortages, a finding that underscores severe water scarcity in the region.

The assessment, based on climate data, groundwater levels, and local consumption patterns, indicates that many of these villages rely heavily on rainwater harvesting and shallow wells that are drying up due to erratic rainfall and over-extraction.

The report calls for the implementation of sustainable water‑management strategies, including the construction of new reservoirs, recharge corridors, and community‑based water‑conservation programs. Source: Google News – Udupi.