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Karnataka bandh against Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu loses momentum

A Karnataka bandh against Cauvery water release saw protests in Mandya and detentions elsewhere. Major cities like Bengaluru remained largely unaffected as support for the bandh withdrew. Activist Vatal Nagaraj was taken into preventive custody before planned protests could begin. Farmers protested in Mandya, carrying empty pots and horse gram to symbolize their plight. Many organizations offered moral support but did not participate in the shutdown.

13 Aug 2026 5:52 pm