Water War Between Karnataka & Tamil Nadu: What's Behind The Fresh Dispute?

The long-running Cauvery water dispute has erupted once again, reigniting tensions between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Farmers in Tiruchirappalli staged a dramatic protest by burying themselves in the dry Cauvery riverbed, demanding the immediate release of water for irrigation. Tamil Nadu has approached the Supreme Court, alleging that Karnataka has failed to release its allocated share despite directions from the Cauvery Water Management Authority. Karnataka, however, maintains that it is facing its own water constraints. The dispute has also taken a sharp political turn, with protests led by opposition leaders and fresh criticism of the Tamil Nadu government. Watch this report to understand the latest developments, the political fallout and what lies ahead in one of India's most contentious inter-state water disputes