Jog Falls in Karnataka Roar Back to Life After Discharge from Linganamakki Dam
Following heavy rains in Karnataka, water was released from Linganamakki reservoir into Sharavati river, causing Jog Falls to spring back to life, presenting a magnificent sight.
Jog Falls gained vigor and sprung back to life after the crest gates of the Linganamakki dam were opened to release excess water on August 1.
The irrigation authorities released 10,000 cusecs of water from the dam following heavy rains in Karnataka.
Scores of people were seen enjoying the majestic view of the falls at Jog where the Shravati river plunges from a height of 830 feet. As the water falls, it raises a screen of mist that hides the falls behind its white shroud. The visitors then wait for wind to clear the mist for a view of Jog Falls.
This magnificent waterfall is getting a lot of attention recently. This is because many spectacular videos of the Jog Falls are trending on social media and the falls are being compared to Niagara Falls in North America.
The constant rains have made Jog Falls in Karnataka one of the most beautiful sites this monsoon.
Watch the video here:
About Jog Falls
Jog Falls is a waterfall located on Sharavati river in Sagara, karnataka. Shivamogga and its view point, entry for vehicles and the source of water is located in Siddapura taluk of Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka.
Jog Falls is created when the Sharavati river drops from a height of 253 m (830 ft), making it the third-highest waterfall in India after the Nohkalikai Falls with a drop of 335 m (1,099 ft) in Meghalaya[13] and the Dudhsagar Falls with a drop of 310 m (1,020 ft) in Goa.
Jog Falls are often compared to Niagara Falls in North America.
