Heavy Rains Flood Nethravathi, Kumaradhara Rivers, Submerge Udbhava Linga in Uppinangady

Heavy monsoon rains have turned the usually sluggish Nethravathi and Kumaradhara rivers into raging streams, flooding low‑lying areas around Uppinangady.

Amid the deluge, a revered Udbhava Linga—a naturally formed stone pillar considered a symbol of devotion—was submerged beneath the rising waters at a site that attracts devotees during rituals.

Local residents and authorities are monitoring the situation, as the flooding threatens homes and agricultural fields while also raising concerns over the preservation of cultural landmarks. Source: Google News – Udupi.