Mekedatu project will help Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, says Karnataka CM
Shivakumar said the balancing reservoir would conserve Cauvery water and help farmers in both states, despite Tamil Nadu's opposition.
- On Thursday, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar raised the Mekedatu balancing reservoir project at the Southern Zonal Council meeting in Chennai, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, arguing it benefits both states.
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay opposes the project, stating there is "no need for all-party meeting on Mekedatu" and he "will not compromise on the rights regarding the Cauvery water issue" over the 5000 acres.
- Calling for a shift from "water sharing to water cooperation," Shivakumar cited a June 25 meeting between Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana proving dialogue resolves inter-state disputes. "Help us help you," he appealed to the Council.
- Shivakumar emphasized that rivers including the Cauvery, Krishna, Tungabhadra, Pennar, and Palar are essential "lifelines of the southern peninsula," asserting Karnataka's lawful share under tribunal awards must be protected alongside project completion.
- Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu discussed the importance of resolving the Cauvery water issue with Shivakumar, emphasizing a collaborative approach to managing vital regional resources between neighboring states.
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Mekedatu, Cauvery on the table: Shivakumar speaks, Vijay stays silent, says DMK
At the Kovalam meeting, D K Shivakumar backed the Mekedatu dam project as C Joseph Vijay stayed silent. The exchange prompted the DMK to accuse the Tamil Nadu chief minister of failing to oppose Karnataka's stand.
Mekedatu Project: A Crucial Link in the Cauvery Water Dispute
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar advocates for the Mekedatu project, emphasizing its significance for both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Despite resistance from Tamil Nadu, the project aims to aid farmers across both regions by ensuring equitable water distribution from the Cauvery River, amidst ongoing legal scrutiny.
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Times of IndiaMekedatu project will help Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, says Karnataka CM
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar discussed the Mekedatu reservoir project at a council meeting. He stated the project would benefit farmers in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Tamil Nadu, however, has expressed opposition to the proposed water project. The reservoir aims to conserve water for monthly release to downstream states. This initiative seeks to address critical water needs for both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
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The long-running Cauvery dispute again came into focus as Tamil Nadu and Karnataka leaders met in Mahabalipuram during the Southern Zonal Council meeting. Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu reservoir remains a sensitive issue for Tamil Nadu, which fears that additional water storage upstream could affect its share of Cauvery water, particularly in years of poor rainfall. The DMK criticised Vijay over his… Continue reading "DMK criticises Vijay’s Cauv…
The Southern Region Chief Ministers' Meeting was held today (20.08.2026) under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Kovalam, Chengalpattu district. Chief Ministers from Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh participated in this meeting. Since Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy had gone to England on a foreign trip, the Deputy Chief Minister participated in the meeting in his place. While Puducherry Chief Minister R…
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