Telangana’s irrigation shortage has raised questions over water management as farmers face possible Yasangi cultivation curbs. The article examines rainfall deficits, reservoir storage, river inflows, Kaleshwaram operations and opposition allegations, while calling for transparency and urgent measures to protect livelihoods. Mumbai, Oct 26 (PTI) Maharashtra will independently assess the impact of Telangana's Thummidihetti irrigation project, including the proposed increase in its height from 148 metres to 152.