Madikeri: Even as scanty rainfall has given signs of a severe water crisis in Madikeri, thunder showers in the last couple of days has brought some hope to the residents. Kundamestri natural sand bund and Kootupole River are the main sources of drinking water to more than 35,000 residents of Madikeri.
Even the Kootupole River has dried up causing concern among residents. The river has dried up early due to the scorching sun and depleting ground water levels.






