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KRS Dam danger zones to be fenced

Mysuru: A 300-metre-long chain-mesh fencing will be installed along Right Bank wall of Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam to prevent tourists from straying into the hazardous water release zones adjacent to reservoir.…

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Published August 10, 2025 · 3 min read
krs dam danger zones to be fen

Mysuru: A 300-metre-long chain-mesh fencing will be installed along Right Bank wall of Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam to prevent tourists from straying into the hazardous water release zones adjacent to reservoir.

The 93-year-old Dam, which draws thousands of visitors daily, has repeatedly faced criticism for its inadequate and sloppy safety measures. One of the most pressing concerns is the absence of proper fencing, which has resulted in tourists casually walking — and often sitting — on the precarious Right Bank wall that is over 90 years old.

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