Tungabhadra Dam
Koppal district, Karnataka, India
Why in news
Aug 2026
Thirty-three new spillway gates were inaugurated in late June 2026 alongside a water-sharing consensus among Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The dam irrigates the Krishna basin and supports the Hampi region.
Key facts
- Thirty-three new spillway gates were inaugurated in late June 2026 alongside a water-sharing consensus among Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The dam irrigates the Krishna basin and supports the Hampi region.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask which river it is on and the state it is in.
Mains
Mains (GS-3): water resource management and hydroelectric power.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Tungabhadra Dam in the news?
Aug 2026: Thirty-three new spillway gates were inaugurated in late June 2026 alongside a water-sharing consensus among Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The dam irrigates the Krishna basin and supports the Hampi region.
Why is Tungabhadra Dam important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask which river it is on and the state it is in. Mains (GS-3): water resource management and hydroelectric power.
Last updated: 2026-10-09