Kolar water table rises to 50-100 ft. under K.C. Valley project, says IISc

The groundwater level in parts of Kolar have risen significantly under the K.C. Valley project, with water now available at depths of just 50 to 100 ft. compared to nearly 1,800 ft. earlier, said the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), adding that sustained monitoring since 2019 has found no adverse impact on water quality, public health, soil, crops, or livestock. 

During a project review meeting on Monday where government officials and Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda were present, IISc officials said the project has significantly improved groundwater availability across Kolar and surrounding districts, with 144 lakes being replenished and wells in the region also showing increased water level.