Karnataka is facing a widening rainfall deficit, with 175 of the state’s 240 taluks reportedly affected. The situation is raising concerns about groundwater availability and agricultural activity, including in parts of Bengaluru South district.
Farmers in the Bengaluru South/Ramanagara region are opposing the proposed second international airport, citing concerns over the loss of fertile agricultural land and livelihoods. The issue has become a significant local development debate.
The district administration’s current website identifies the area as Bengaluru South, while Ramanagara remains the district headquarters
Local reports on 19 August mentioned a road accident near Kanakapura Circle in which a transport bus collided with a motorcycle, leaving the rider injured.
The Karnataka High Court on 24 August 2026 stayed further investigation against six farmers who were booked during protests over land-survey operations connected to the proposed Bidadi Township Project. The court observed that the FIR appeared to be “shrouded with suspicion.
