Karnataka Faces Worst Drought in 150 Years, Kharge Pleads with PM Modi for Urgent Central Aid

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, stating that Karnataka is staring at what could be its worst drought in 150 years. In the letter, Kharge stressed that facing such a severe drought is impossible without adequate help from the Centre, urging immediate central assistance to mitigate the crisis.

The letter comes as Karnataka grapples with deficient rainfall and acute water scarcity, affecting millions of farmers and residents. Kharge's appeal highlights the state's limited resources and the need for a coordinated response. The 150-year benchmark underscores the unprecedented nature of the drought, which threatens agriculture, drinking water supply, and livelihoods across the state.

The development is likely to intensify political pressure on the BJP-led central government to expedite relief funds and declare the drought a national disaster. With Karnataka being a key state in the upcoming elections, the Centre's response will be closely watched. The opposition has already accused the government of neglecting the state's plight, and Kharge's letter adds to the growing demand for urgent action.