MEKEDATU DAM
Congress divided on Cauvery dam project as both Karnataka & Tamil Nadu Congress units look for PM Modi’s intervention
Karnataka's Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is advocating for the Mekedatu reservoir project on river Cauvery. His remarks at a recent event have provoked backlash from Tamil Nadu's political parties, including Congress. TN Congress Committee president Manickam Tagore emphasized that the state will resist any attempts to construct the dam without consent. Shivakumar claims the project is vital for drinking water supplies and insists dialogue is crucial for resolution.
DK Shivkumar's dam push pits Karnataka & TN units against each other
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has called for expedited clearances for the Mekedatu reservoir project. This initiative has increased tensions with Tamil Nadu, where local parties oppose it vehemently. Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president Manickam Tagore emphasized the state's determination to block the project. The ruling parties in Karnataka, however, support the initiative as essential for water management. Shivakumar’s remarks have prompted calls for dialogue to transcend state divisions.
Mekedatu project will proceed, Karnataka will protect Tamil Nadu's water share: D K Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar affirmed the commitment to the Mekedatu balancing reservoir project across the Cauvery River. The project aims to support Bengaluru's drinking water needs and address water scarcity concerns. While Tamil Nadu opposes the project, Shivakumar emphasized the necessity of cooperation between the two states. He also discussed securing necessary clearances and proposed meetings to clarify its benefits to Tamil Nadu.
"Not only illegal but will also affect farmers": Congress' Manickam Tagore affirms opposition for Mekedatu dam
Manickam Tagore condemned DK Shivakumar's comments about Mekedatu dam construction during an event with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He claimed that the project violates Supreme Court rulings and harms Tamil Nadu farmers' livelihoods. Tagore urged the central government to deny approval without consulting lower-riparian states like Tamil Nadu. He emphasized the importance of protecting state rights against unilateral actions by Karnataka.
Mekedatu row: Stalin urges Vijay to call all-party meet, take joint stand against Karnataka
MK Stalin has written to Chief Minister S Joseph Vijay urging an all-party meeting on the Mekedatu dam. He emphasized that Karnataka's proposed dam project threatens Tamil Nadu's water rights and farmer livelihoods. Recent statements by Karnataka's Chief Minister DK Shivakumar have raised concerns among Tamil Nadu's farmers. Stalin called for unity among political parties in Tamil Nadu to address this critical issue.
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'Under no circumstances will we allow that': Minister Anand rebuffs Shivakumar on Mekedatu dam
Tamil Nadu Minister for Rural Development and Water Resources, N Anand, has rejected claims about the Mekedatu dam. Karnataka Chief Minister, D K Shivakumar, asserted that permission from Tamil Nadu is unnecessary. Anand emphasized that under no circumstances will they allow such construction to occur. DMK leader Duraimurugan supported Anand's statements, stressing that no state can independently build a dam on an interstate river.
Mekedatu row: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay urges PM Modi to halt Karnataka dam proposal without state consent
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has urged Prime Minister Modi not to approve Karnataka's Mekedatu dam project. He cited concerns regarding the impact on water availability in the Cauvery basin. Vijay requested that Karnataka be advised against continuing the project without the consent of all basin states.
Cauvery row: CM C Joseph Vijay backs talks with Karnataka, spars with Udhayanidhi Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay defended direct talks on the Cauvery water dispute. He stated readiness for humiliation if dialogue protected state interests. Vijay rejected Opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin's demand for an all-party meeting. The Chief Minister emphasized not politicizing the emotional Cauvery water issue. He reiterated Tamil Nadu's firm stance on its water rights.
"No need for all-party meeting on Mekedatu": Tamil Nadu CM Vijay says " will not compromise on the rights regarding the Cauvery water issue"
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay stated no all-party meeting is needed for the Mekedatu Dam issue. He assured the government will protect the state's Cauvery water rights. Opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin criticized the Chief Minister's stance and arrest. Stalin questioned the delay in convening an all-party meeting on the dispute. He also highlighted concerns regarding agricultural land cultivation in the Delta districts.
Mekedatu dam row: File contempt case against Karnataka in SC, says AMMK chief Dhinakaran
AMMK chief T T V Dhinakaran has urged the Tamil Nadu government to initiate contempt proceedings against Karnataka for proceeding with Mekedatu dam construction, allegedly violating Supreme Court orders. He called for Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene and halt the unilateral work.
Karnataka LoP questions CM Shivakumar's 'silence' over TN Cong warning against Mekedatu project
BJP leader R Ashoka slammed Karnataka CM D K Shivakumar for his silence on Tamil Nadu Congress' warning against the Mekedatu dam. Ashoka challenged Shivakumar to protest in Chennai, questioning if coalition politics in Tamil Nadu has made him fearful. He accused the Congress government of using the dam issue as an election gimmick and betraying Kannadigas' water rights.
PMK opposes new tribunal on Mekedatu dam issue, urges TN Government to withdraw proposal
PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has strongly opposed the Tamil Nadu Assembly's resolution seeking a tribunal for the Mekedatu dam issue. He warned that this move would jeopardize the state's legal rights and benefit Karnataka. Ramadoss urged the Chief Minister to remove the tribunal demand, stating that existing legal rulings favor Tamil Nadu and a new tribunal would only create complications and hand an advantage to Karnataka.
Karnataka keen to move ahead with Makedattu project, seeks dialogue with Tamil Nadu: Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy
Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy has reiterated the state's commitment to the Mekedattu project, asserting it will benefit both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. He urged political unity and expressed readiness for discussions with Tamil Nadu, despite the latter's legislative assembly passing a resolution opposing the dam. Reddy highlighted the project's primary use for drinking water and power generation, with irrigation benefits for Tamil Nadu farmers.
Tamil Nadu assembly passes resolution against Karnataka's Mekedatu dam project
Tamil Nadu's Assembly has unanimously opposed Karnataka's ₹9,000 crore Mekedatu dam project on the Cauvery River. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay moved a resolution urging the Union government to deny all clearances. The state argues the Cauvery basin is already fully allocated, citing tribunal and Supreme Court observations, and that Karnataka's unilateral move disregards existing water awards and basin state concurrence. Protecting water rights is a shared duty.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay moves resolution in Assembly against Mekedatu dam; Congress, VCK extend support
The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly is set to pass a unanimous resolution today against the Karnataka government's proposal to construct a dam at Mekedatu across the Cauvery River.
Mekedatu dam row: TVK mortgaged Tamil Nadu rights by offering RS seat to Congress, says BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party has criticized the Tamil Nadu government. They allege the state's rights on the Mekedatu dam project were compromised. This happened by offering a Rajya Sabha seat to the Congress party. The BJP claims this move benefits the Congress and is a betrayal of Tamil Nadu's interests.
CM Vijay meets PM Modi; raises Mekedatu dam, Tamil anthem issues
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. He thanked the PM for the return of Anaimangalam copper plates. The Chief Minister also requested clarification on singing the state song Tamil Thai Vazhthu at government functions.
Mekedatu dam row: DMK indulging in 'cheap politics', says Congress leader Tagore
Congress leader B Manickam Tagore has accused the DMK of engaging in cheap politics. He stated that the DMK is targeting the Congress party over the Mekedatu dam issue. Tagore emphasized that the Tamil Nadu Congress will always support farmers and protect the state's rights to Cauvery water.
PMK urges Centre to reject Karnataka's Mekedatu dam DPR
PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the Centre to reject Karnataka’s Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed Mekedatu dam, asserting that Tamil Nadu has every right to oppose the project. He warned that the dam could adversely affect irrigation and drinking water supplies for millions of people in Tamil Nadu. Ramadoss also dismissed Karnataka’s claims regarding Supreme Court rulings on the project, alleging that such assertions are misleading and contrary to the state's interests.
Karnataka's sole aim is to convert Tamil Nadu into desert through Mekedatu, says AIADMK
AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami alleges Karnataka's Congress government plans to make Tamil Nadu a desert by building the Mekedatu dam. He criticizes Tamil Nadu's DMK government for not strongly defending the state's rights. Tamil Nadu has filed review petitions and pleas regarding the project's detrimental impact. The Mekedatu project aims to supply water to Bengaluru and generate power.
DMK manifesto promising to stop Mekedatu, says Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra in dig at Congress government
Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK, a key constituent of the INDIA bloc, in its manifesto released on Wednesday, promised to stop construction of the Mekedatu dam. "DMK Manifesto exposes the Siddaramaiah govt's clandestine arrangement with M K Stalin (Tamil Nadu CM) that has cost us our lifeline "Cauvery", the primary source of Drinking Water & Irrigation purposes for our farmers, during the time of a severe drought," Vijayendra said.
We have got every right and we are going to start work, says Karnataka CM on Mekedatu project
Speaking to reporters after the meeting with the union minister, he said detailed discussions took place regarding the irrigation projects in the state including Mekedatu.
TN CM M K Stalin convenes all party meet on Mekedatu dam row
The government is taking all legal steps on the issue, and days ago Stalin wrote to his Karnataka counterpart B S Yediyurappa categorically stating that the proposed dam went against the Supreme Court verdict and also would affect interests of Tamil Nadu farmers.
Mekedatu: AIADMK flays Karnataka CM, asks Tamil Nadu govt to safeguard farmers' interest
Leader of Opposition and AIADMK Co-coordinator K Palaniswami slammed Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa for saying his state will go ahead with the project after obtaining necessary clearance from the Centre.
Karnataka govt committed to go ahead with Mekedatu dam: CM
There is no legal hurdle to the project. There is no violation of Tribunal award. Jayalalithaa is creating this fuss, Siddaramaiah said.
Tamil Nadu's objection to Mekedatu dam political: Siddaramaiah
"They have been creating this fuss from the beginning, we are giving 192 tmc ft as per the (Cauvery water disputes) tribunal order.
JD(S) asks Karnataka govt to implement Mekedatu dam project on war footing
Tamil Nadu Assembly today adopted a resolution urging Centre to stop Karnataka from going ahead with its plan to build the dam across Cauvery.
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