Karnataka’s Plea for Mekedatu: A Call for Cooperation from Tamil Nadu

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar appeals to Tamil Nadu for cooperation in implementing the Mekedatu project across the Cauvery river. He highlights the benefits for both states, especially during water shortages. The project, opposed by Tamil Nadu, aims to ensure drinking water and generate power, with estimated costs at Rs 9,000 crore.

Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Tuesday urged the Tamil Nadu government to support the Mekedatu project across the river Cauvery, emphasizing its benefits for both states.

Shivakumar expressed hope that water release issues to Tamil Nadu would be resolved, given favorable rain conditions in Karnataka's Cauvery catchment areas.

He appealed to Tamil Nadu to permit the project, emphasizing it serves the interests of both states, particularly in providing drinking water and generating power.

(With inputs from agencies.)