The drought has severely impacted farmers in Karnataka, particularly in Kalaburagi district, where nearly 4.5 lakh farmers have enrolled in the crop insurance scheme. However, complaints about inadequate compensation in previous years have raised concerns about the effectiveness of relief measures. The prolonged dry spell threatens food security and the livelihoods of farmers, with potential ripple effects on the state's economy. Additionally, the drinking water supply in rural areas is under strain, although ₹5 crore has been allocated to address this issue.