Protests erupted in various parts of Karnataka on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, in opposition to the release of Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu. The protests were called by farmers and Kannada organizations, and were backed by the opposition BJP and JD(S) parties. The Cauvery water dispute is a long-standing one, with both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu claiming rights to the river's water. The Supreme Court has issued a number of orders over the years, allocating water to each state. However, the dispute has often led to tensions and protests on both sides. The latest protests in Karnataka were sparked by a Supreme Court order on September 21, 2023, upholding an order of the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) directing Karnataka to release 5,000 cusecs of water per day to Tamil Nadu till September 27. Karnataka farmers argue that they are already facing water scarcity, and that the release of water to Tamil Nadu would exacerbate the problem. They also point out that the CWM...
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