SC sets timelines to facilitate repair of Mullaperiyar dam, tree-felling near site

SC sets timelines to facilitate repair of Mullaperiyar dam, tree-felling near site

On noting that Kerala had consented to the transportation of materials required for six of the nine repair works pointed out by Tamil Nadu, the apex court said there was hardly any “justification” to not allow the transportation of material required for the remaining three works.

SC Permits Tamil Nadu to Cut Trees for Mullaperiyar Dam Upkeep Despite Kerala's Objection | DH Latest News, DH NEWS, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Latest News, NEWS , Supreme Court, Mullaperiyar Dam

The Supreme Court has approved Tamil Nadu’s long-pending request to cut trees around the Mullaperiyar dam as part of efforts to strengthen the baby dam, bringing an end to nearly three years of legal dispute. Tamil Nadu had moved the court citing Kerala’s persistent objections, which had stalled essential maintenance activities and sparked political controversy in Kerala. During the hearing, Tamil Nadu emphasized that removing certain trees was …