A weak southwest monsoon has pushed Karnataka's Belagavi district closer to a serious water crisis, with reservoir levels dropping sharply across the region. The Rakaskop Reservoir, Belagavi's primary source of drinking water, has very little usable water left, forcing authorities to rely on limited reserves to maintain supply. Other major reservoirs are also operating far below capacity, raising concerns over water availability in the coming weeks. Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara warned that if rainfall remains deficient, the state could face an unprecedented situation. The Karnataka government has prepared an emergency action plan and allocated ₹5 crore to ensure uninterrupted drinking water supply. District officials have been directed to implement water management measures immediately. Meanwhile, civic authorities are urging residents to conserve water and avoid unnecessary wastage until the southwest monsoon strengthens and reservoir levels improve, easing pressure on the state's drinking water resources.