Speaking to ANI, farmer leader Dayanand Patil said that the protesters had three demands: waiving off loans, funds under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF), and a compensation of Rs 25,000 per acre to the farmers.
The southwest monsoon has become active again after a brief halt of nearly two weeks, with rains lashing out in several parts of Karnataka in the early hours on Thursday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a seven-day warning for Karnataka, predicting "widespread" rainfa
Severe waterlogging disrupted daily life across several parts of Bengaluru on Tuesday after heavy rainfall lashed the city, with BJP leaders criticising the Congress-led Karnataka government over its handling of the situation.
The weather department said a low-pressure area will likely form over the same region around May 22, under its influence. Thereafter, it is likely to move northwards and intensify further.
Heavy rainfall lashed several parts of Bengaluru on Sunday, causing severe waterlogging and flooding in residential areas. The Horamavu locality witnessed the worst impact, where water entered houses, leaving residents stranded and struggling to protect their belongings.
According to the Civil Defence Force reports, approximately 30 trees have been uprooted, and 48 branches have fallen, posing a significant risk to public safety.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister DK Shivakumar on Saturday said the drive to demolish unauthorised and substandard quality buildings is continuing in Bengaluru.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday announced compensations of Rs 1.2 Lakhs and promised a new house to the victims of completely collapsed housed due to rain.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy criticised the Congress government in Karnataka for its handling of recent rainfall that has led to widespread flooding and waterlogging in Bengaluru.
Heavy rainfall in Bengaluru on Monday night led to flight disruptions at Kempegowda International Airport. More than 20 were flights delayed and 4 flights were diverted to Chennai, an official said.
Due to incessant rain, the District collector has issued an order announcing a holiday for Anganwadis and schools in Bengaluru City on Monday (October 21).
Attacking the state government over damage of crops and issues faced by people, the former CM said the Congress government is "not a pro-people government."