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PMK Anbumani Ramadoss Opposes Karnataka Mekedatu Dam Project Seeks ... Chennai, May 22 (PTI) PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss on Friday urged the Centre not to accept the detailed project report prepared by Karnataka for the proposed Mekedatu dam. In a statement, he said, "The Tamil Nadu government should press the central government to revoke the 2018 permission that allowed preparation of the draft project report for construction of the Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery without the State's approval." Referring to Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Sivakumar's remarks, Anbumai said the claim that Tamil Nadu has no right to oppose the Karnataka government’s plan to build the Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery river is "condemnable". He also disputed Shivakumar's assertion that the DPR has already been submitted and the project would be taken up immediately after approval. According to him, the Cauvery river serves as an irrigation source for 14 districts and provides drinking water to five crore people across 30 districts including Chennai. "If the Mekedatu dam is built across the Cauvery, agriculture in those 14 districts and the drinking-water supply for five crore people will be af…

Anbumani Ramadoss launches Cauvery awareness march against ... - Dailyhunt C hennai :PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss on Wednesday launched a statewide public awareness march from Biligundlu in Dharmapuri district to the historic town of Poompuhar, intensifying his party's campaign against Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam project across the Cauvery River. Advertisement Flagging off the march, Anbumani described the project as a grave threat to Tamil Nadu's water security, agriculture and ecology, and urged the State government to strengthen its legal efforts to prevent the dam from becoming a reality. Addressing reporters, he said the primary objective of the campaign was to mobilise public opinion across the Cauvery delta and other river-dependent regions against the proposed reservoir. He alleged that Karnataka's plan would adversely affect the flow of Cauvery waters into Tamil Nadu, jeopardising irrigation, drinking water supply and the livelihoods of millions of people. Calling the Cauvery the lifeline of Tamil Nadu, Anbumani said more than five crore people in the State depend directly or indirectly on the river for agriculture, industry and domestic consumption. He warned th…

Anbumani Ramadoss Opposes TN Assembly Move on Mekedatu Tribunal Demand ... June 22, 2026 PMK opposes new tribunal on Mekedatu, urges TN Govt to withdraw proposal Copy Link X WhatsApp Share By Pioneer News Service PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss on Sunday strongly opposed the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly’s resolution seeking a tribunal to resolve the Mekedatu dam issue, warning that such a move would compromise the state’s established legal rights and favour Karnataka. Terming the proposal “unnecessary and counterproductive,” the PMK leader, in a statement, urged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to remove the clause demanding a new tribunal from the House resolution before forwarding it to the Union Government. “Farmers’ organisations opposed the demand for a separate tribunal in the Government resolution passed by the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly to resolve the crisis arising from Karnataka’s attempts to build the Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery River”, he said. “When justice clearly sides with Tamil Nadu on the Mekedatu issue, seeking central mediation through a new tribunal instead of asserting our existing rights amounts to mortgaging our own State’s interests,” he added. The P…

Tamil Nadu seeks a tribunal on the Mekedatu project as it is “inadmissible” and “impermissible” The Tamil Nadu government argues that the project, proposed by Karnataka, is beyond the scope of the 2007 final award of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal and the Supreme Court’s judgment of 2018

PMK opposes new tribunal on Mekedatu dam issue, urges… - inkl Chennai PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss on Sunday strongly opposed the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly's resolution seeking a tribunal to resolve the Mekedatu dam issue, warning that such a move would compromise the state's established legal rights and favour Karnataka. Terming the proposal "unnecessary and counterproductive," the PMK leader, in a statement, urged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to remove the clause demanding a new tribunal from the House resolution before forwarding it to the Union Government. "Farmers' organisations opposed the demand for a separate tribunal in the government resolution passed by the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly to resolve the crisis arising from Karnataka's attempts to build the Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery river", he said. Read More:Tamil Nadu CM Vijay moves resolution in Assembly against Mekedatu dam; Congress, VCK extend support "When justice clearly sides with Tamil Nadu on the Mekedatu issue, seeking central mediation through a new tribunal instead of asserting our existing rights amounts to mortgaging our own state's interests," he added. The PMK leader also pointed out t…

PMK opposes new tribunal on Mekedatu, urges TN Govt to withdraw proposal CHENNAI:PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss on Sunday strongly opposed the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly’s resolution seeking a tribunal to resolve the Mekedatu dam issue, warning that such a move would compromise the state's established legal rights and favour Karnataka. Terming the proposal "unnecessary and counterproductive," the PMK leader, in a statement, urged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to remove the clause demanding a new tribunal from the House resolution before forwarding it to the Union Government. "Farmers' organisations opposed the demand for a separate tribunal in the government resolution passed by the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly to resolve the crisis arising from Karnataka's attempts to build the Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery river", he said. "When justice clearly sides with Tamil Nadu on the Mekedatu issue, seeking central mediation through a new tribunal instead of asserting our existing rights amounts to mortgaging our own state’s interests," he added. The PMK leader also pointed out that both the Cauvery Tribunal and the Supreme Court have clearly ruled that the upper-riparian state…

Cauvery water dispute intensifies as TN CM flags violations in Mekedatu ... Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has formally urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reject the Detailed Project Report (DPR) by Karnataka for the Mekedatu reservoir project on the Cauvery river, underscoring significant legal and environmental concerns. In a letter dated 26 May, Vijay expressed surprise that the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Central Water Commission (CWC) were entertaining Karnataka’s proposal without adequately considering Tamil Nadu’s objections. The Mekedatu project, according to the Tamil Nadu CM, blatantly violates the final award of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal (CWDT) as well as the Supreme Court judgment dated 16 February 2018. Vijay emphasised that these legal decisions have been painstakingly implemented over the last few years following a long legal battle spanning about three decades. The Mekedatu reservoir is not among the projects permitted by the tribunal, and since the Cauvery basin has already been classified as a deficit basin with its water allocations fully exhausted, there is “no scope for additional utilisation or for creating a huge storage reservo…

TN farmers allege Karnataka has begun survey work for Mekedatu project Follow TNM’sWhatsAppchannel for news updates and story links. The Coordination Committee of the Tamil Nadu All Farmers’ Association has alleged that survey work linked to the proposed Mekedatu reservoir project is underway in Karnataka and urged the Tamil Nadu government to initiate contempt proceedings against the neighbouring state. Speaking to TNM after visiting the proposed project site near Kanakapura in Karnataka, the association’s president PR Pandian alleged that markings and other developments at the site indicated that survey work for the project had begun despite the legal and statutory processes governing it. “The Tamil Nadu government should file a contempt petition against the illegal construction of the Mekedatu dam. We demand that legal action be initiated against the Karnataka government’s action,” he said. “As per the Supreme Court's directions, the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) is responsible for managing the issues, and no government has the authority to proceed with the project on its own,” Pandian told TNM. The Mekedatu project, proposed by Karnataka across the Cauvery nea…

Palaniswami demands TN govt to adopt an aggressive stand in the ... CHENNAI:AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Saturday slammed the TVK-led government for allegedly adopting a "passive stance" towards the Karnataka government’s "aggressive efforts" to construct a dam across the Cauvery river at Mekedatu. The Cauvery River serves as the primary drinking water source for the people of 20 districts in Tamil Nadu and is the vital lifeline for agriculture across ten districts, including the Delta region, Palaniswami said in a release from his party's headquarters. "Following legal struggles, the continuous initiatives taken by the Jayalalithaa government under my leadership culminated in the Supreme Court delivering its final verdict on February 16, 2018", he said, adding "subsequently, on June 1, 2018, the Central Government notified the implementation of the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) and the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) in the central gazette." Palaniswami clarified that the designated powers of these regulatory bodies are explicitly restricted to storing, distributing, regulating, and controlling Cauvery water, alongside supervising da…

Mekedatu Dam Project, Location, Capacity, Issue, Latest News Mekedatu Dam Project is a multi-purpose (drinking water and power) project involving the construction of a balancing reservoir in the Ramanagara district, Karnataka. Read more about Mekedatu Dam Project, Location, Capacity, Issue, Latest News. By Vajiram Prelims Team - May 27, 2026, 10:10 IST Listen Share Copied! Table of Contents ☰ Mekedatu Dam Project Latest News About Mekedatu Dam Project Mekedatu Dam Project Latest News A fresh political and legal dispute has emerged over the proposed Mekedatu dam project, with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to immediately intervene and prevent Karnataka from proceeding with the project. About Mekedatu Dam Project It is a multi-purpose (drinking water and power) project involving the construction of a balancing reservoir near Kanakapura in the Ramanagara district, Karnataka . It is about 90 km away from Bengaluru and 4 km ahead of the border with Tamil Nadu. The project is proposed at the confluence of the Cauvery River with its tributary Arkavathi. The plan involves building a 99-metre-high, 735-metre-long concrete gravity dam , an unde…

Tamil Nadu CM urges Centre to reject Karnataka's Mekedatu project The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister asked the Centre to ensure Karnataka does not undertake any new Cauvery projects without obtaining consent from co-basin states. C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday expressed surprise over the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Central Water Commission (CWC) entertaining Karnataka’s proposal for the Mekedatu project, without considering Tamil Nadu’s plea. He requested Narendra Modi to instruct officials concerned to reject the DPR prepared by Karnataka, as it contravened the final award of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal and also the Supreme Court judgment. Also, PM Modi should advise the Karnataka government not to take up any new project without getting the concurrence of co-basin states and not to violate the apex court judgment, he said. In a letter addressed to the Prime Minister, Vijay said the announcement for the ‘Bhoomi Puja’ of the Mekedatu reservoir across Cauvery river and utterances of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar have caused a lot of concern among the lakhs of farmers of Tamil Nadu, who depend on the Cauvery for their livelihood. “You may be well aware that a …

PMK President Anbumani launches Cauvery awareness march against ... CHENNAI:PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss on Wednesday launched a public awareness march from Biligundlu in Dharmapuri district to Poompuhar, demanding that the Karnataka government abandon the proposed Mekedatu dam project across the Cauvery River. Addressing reporters before the start of the rally, Anbumani warned that the project would severely affect Tamil Nadu's water security, agriculture, and environment, and urged the State government to intensify its legal battle against the dam. Speaking to reporters before flagging off the march, the PMK leader said the primary objective of the campaign was to prevent Karnataka from constructing the dam across the Cauvery River. He alleged that the project would be detrimental to Tamil Nadu's water resources, agriculture, and ecological balance. Describing the Cauvery as Tamil Nadu's lifeline, Anbumani said more than five crore people in Tamil Nadu depend on the river directly or indirectly. He claimed that if Karnataka proceeds with the Mekedatu project, even the limited flow currently reaching Tamil Nadu would be affected, posing a serious threat to drinking water sup…

Reject Karnataka's Mekedatu DPR, Vijay writes to Narendra Modi Tamil Nadu chief minister C. Joseph Vijay on Tuesday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to direct the Union Jal Shakti Ministry and the Central Water Commission to reject Karnataka’s draft Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed Mekedatu reservoir on the Cauvery river, saying the move violates the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal’s final award and the Supreme Court’s 2018 judgment. The Mekedatu proposal has again brought into focus the long-running Cauvery dispute involving Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry over river-water sharing. With legal and political fronts active, the matter is likely to return to central agencies and the courts as the states press opposing positions. In his letter, Vijay said Karnataka’s announcement of a ‘Bhoomi Pujan’ and public statements by Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar had caused “a lot of concern” among thousands of Tamil Nadu farmers who depend on Cauvery water. He warned that creating a new large storage reservoir is impermissible because the Cauvery basin is a deficit basin and available water at 50% dependability has already been allocated to the pa…

TVK Sacrificed Tamil Nadu's Mekedatu Stand For Congress Support ... Chennai, Jun 4 (PTI) Tamil Nadu BJP slammed the ruling TVK on Thursday for allegedly mortgaging the state's rights on the Mekedatu dam project issue by offering the lone Rajya Sabha seat from the state to the grand old party. To cover up the internal factional fights within the Congress party, Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar is deliberately and systematically igniting the Mekedatu issue, creating unnecessary tensions between the two states, BJP chief spokesperson Narayanan Thirupathy said. "Despite knowing this, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has not condemned the Karnataka Congress government till date. This is a massive betrayal committed against Tamil Nadu," he added. Instead of severing ties with the Congress party that has announced to build a dam at Mekedatu that would affect Tamil Nadu, the TVK handing over a Rajya Sabha seat to the grand old party clearly exposed the obsession of Vijay, who is desperate to cling to power with Congress’s support, the BJP leader said. "It is utterly shameful to have pledged the rights of Tamils and the sentiments of Tamils to the Congress party," Thirup…

Karnataka CM Ready for Talks with TN on Mekedatu Water Project An Olive Branch? Karnataka CM Signals Readiness for Mekedatu Talks with Tamil Nadu Amidst Lingering Water Dispute Nishadil June 19, 2026 0 Comments 4 minutes read 1 Views Share Save Follow Topic India News Environment EnvironmentNews DkShivakumar MKStalin DrinkingWater InterstateWaterDispute RiverWaterSharing MekedatuProject CauveryWaterDispute KarnatakaTamilNaduTalks BalancingReservoir Report Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar Open to Dialogue with TN on Mekedatu Project Karnataka's Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar expresses willingness to engage in direct talks with Tamil Nadu's M.K. Stalin over the controversial Mekedatu balancing reservoir, hoping to resolve the long-standing Cauvery river water dispute. You know, some disputes just seem to linger, becoming almost synonymous with the regions themselves. The long-running tussle between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu over the Cauvery river water is definitely one of those. But lately, there's been a flicker of hope, or at least a renewed willingness to talk, which is always a positive step, isn't it? Just recently, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar, made it quite clear…

Vijay urges Modi to direct officials to reject Karnataka’s  Mekedatu reservoir proposal He reasons in a letter to the Prime Minister that the detail project report has gone against the final award of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal, dated February 5, 2007, and the Supreme Court’s February 2, 2018 judgment

Mekedatu dam rises between 'friends' Cong and DMK - The Indian Express Barely 10 days after Karnataka’s Congress government took over at a ceremony that was attended by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, the two state governments, run by parties that are southern allies against the BJP, clashed this week over a project to supply drinking water to Bengaluru. What has happened? After Karnataka Deputy Chief MinisterD K Shivakumar expressed the resolve to build a damand reservoir on the Cauvery at Mekedatu close to the state’s border withTamil Nadu, DMK general secretary Durai Murugan issued a sharp response — pointing out that the Mekedatu project was not part of the awards of theCauvery Water Disputes Tribunal (CWDT)or the ruling of the Supreme Court. Any unauthorised construction across the river could harm Tamil Nadu and violate both the 2007 final order of the CWDT and the 2018 verdict of the SC, Durai Murugan, who is water resources minister for the state, said. The main opposition in Tamil Nadu, AIADMK, has warned of protests if Karnataka proceeds with the construction of the contentious dam project. AIADMK general secretary K Palaniswami criticised Shivakumar’s remarks.…

TN seeks release of 9.91 tmcft Cauvery water from Karnataka in June TamilNadu May 27, 2026 Amid the continuing dispute over the Mekedatu project, Tamil Nadu on Tuesday urged the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) to direct Karnataka to release 9.91 tmcft of water at Biligundulu in June, in accordance with the Supreme Court order. The request was made during the 51st meeting of the CWMA held in New Delhi under the chairmanship of SK Haldar. TN Water Resources Department additional chief secretary Satyabrata Sahu participated in the meeting through video conference from the secretariat in Chennai During the meeting, Sahu said the storage level in the Mettur dam stood at 40.742 tmcft as on May 25. He added that 1,003 cusecs of water was being released from the dam for drinking water supply, industrial purposes and environmental flow. He further stated that Tamil Nadu had received 329.166 tmcft of water at Biligundulu, including surplus flow, between June 1, 2025 and May 24, 2026, against its allocated share of 176.685 tmcft for the current irrigation year. Referring to this, Karnataka’s representative argued that the surplus water released by Karnataka should also be tak…

Anbumani Ramadoss launches Cauvery awareness march against Mekedatu dam ... PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss has launched a public awareness march from Biligundlu to Poompuhar opposing Karnataka’s Mekedatu dam project. He warned that the 70 TMC reservoir threatens downstream drinking water and will submerge 12,500 forest acres Chennai:PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss on Wednesday launched a statewide public awareness march from Biligundlu in Dharmapuri district to the historic town of Poompuhar, intensifying his party’s campaign against Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu dam project across the Cauvery River. Flagging off the march, Anbumani described the project as a grave threat to Tamil Nadu’s water security, agriculture and ecology, and urged the State government to strengthen its legal efforts to prevent the dam from becoming a reality. Addressing reporters, he said the primary objective of the campaign was to mobilise public opinion across the Cauvery delta and other river-dependent regions against the proposed reservoir. He alleged that Karnataka’s plan would adversely affect the flow of Cauvery waters into Tamil Nadu, jeopardising irrigation, drinking water supply and the live…

Karnataka Ready to Discuss Mekedatu Project with Tamil Nadu: CM D.K ... by Ganpat Singh Chouhan Bengaluru, June 18:Karnataka is prepared to engage in discussions with Tamil Nadu regarding the long-pending Mekedatu balancing reservoir and drinking water project.Chief MinisterD.K. Shivakumar expressed his willingness to talk with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay at any time. He emphasized that both states should rise above politics and focus on the interests of their people. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru after casting his vote in the Legislative Council elections, CM Shivakumar stated, “I am ready to discuss the Mekedatu project with Tamil Nadu at any time. I have no hesitation. Whether it is Tamil Nadu or Karnataka, we are one nation and one people. We all depend on the same river water for irrigation, drinking, and industrial use.” He noted that many people from Tamil Nadu work in Karnataka, and vice versa, indicating that the issue should not be viewed with a narrow mindset. Shivakumar added, “The Congress party is a coalition partner in the Tamil Nadu government, and we will definitely engage in talks. This project will benefit both states. We must proceed pat…

PMK leader Anbumani urges CM Vijay to oppose Mekedatu project, warns of ... PMK leader Anbumani urges CM Vijay to oppose Mekedatu project, warns of water crisis in TN By IANS | Updated: June 10, 2026 23:05 IST 2026-06-10T23:02:39+5:30 2026-06-10T23:05:22+5:30 Preferred on Preferred on Next Chennai, June 10 Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) President Anbumani Ramadoss on Wednesday urged the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister ... PMK leader Anbumani urges CM Vijay to oppose Mekedatu project, warns of water crisis in TN Chennai, June 10 Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) President Anbumani Ramadoss on Wednesday urged the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to take a firm stand against Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam project and impress upon the Union government the need to prevent its construction, warning that the project could seriously threaten Tamil Nadu's water security and further complicate the long-standing Cauvery river dispute. Speaking to reporters at the Chennai Airport, Anbumani expressed concern over the state's current water situation, saying that the Mettur Dam, which is traditionally opened on June 12 every year to support Kuruvai cultivation in the Cauvery delta region, may not b…

Karnataka Ready for Dialogue on Mekedatu at Any Time, Says ... BENGALURU Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday said he was ready to hold talks with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay at any time on the long pending Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir and Drinking Water Project, saying both states should keep politics aside and focus on the interests of their people. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Shivakumar said he had no reservations about engaging with Tamil Nadu and described the Cauvery as a shared river whose waters must serve people in both states. “I am ready to talk to Tamil Nadu at any point regarding the Mekedatu project. I have no reservations in this regard. Whether it is Tamil Nadu or Karnataka, we are one nation and one people. We all depend on the waters of the same river. Water is needed for irrigation, drinking purposes and industrial use,” he said. Shivakumar said the river also sustains animals, birds and plants and argued that the close relationship between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu made cooperation essential. He noted that many people from Tamil Nadu work in Karnataka while many from Karnataka live and work in Tamil Nadu, adding that the issue shou…

PMK opposes new tribunal on Mekedatu dam issue, urges TN Government to ... Listen to this article in summarized format Listen Loading... × × Subscribe to Unlock AI Briefing and Premium Content New Year Offer 24 Hours Left Subscribe Now Already a member? Sign In What's Included Exclusive Stories Daily ePaper Access Smart Market Tools Curated Investment Ideas Ad-lite Experience Subscription ANI PMK chief Anbumani Ramadoss Chennai PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss on Sunday strongly opposed the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly's resolution seeking a tribunal to resolve the Mekedatu dam issue, warning that such a move would compromise the state's established legal rights and favour Karnataka . Terming the proposal "unnecessary and counterproductive," the PMK leader, in a statement, urged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to remove the clause demanding a new tribunal from the House resolution before forwarding it to the Union Government. " Farmers' organisations opposed the demand for a separate tribunal in the government resolution passed by the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly to resolve the crisis arising from Karnataka's attempts to build the Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery river ", he said. …

PMK opposes new tribunal on Mekedatu dam issue, urges TN ... Listen to this article in summarized format Listen Loading... × × Subscribe to Unlock AI Briefing and Premium Content New Year Offer 24 Hours Left Subscribe Now Already a member? Sign In What's Included Exclusive Stories Daily ePaper Access Smart Market Tools Curated Investment Ideas Ad-lite Experience Subscription ANI PMK chief Anbumani Ramadoss Chennai PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss on Sunday strongly opposed the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly's resolution seeking a tribunal to resolve the Mekedatu dam issue, warning that such a move would compromise the state's established legal rights and favour Karnataka . Terming the proposal "unnecessary and counterproductive," the PMK leader, in a statement, urged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to remove the clause demanding a new tribunal from the House resolution before forwarding it to the Union Government. " Farmers' organisations opposed the demand for a separate tribunal in the government resolution passed by the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly to resolve the crisis arising from Karnataka's attempts to build the Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery river ", he said. Read More: Tam…

TN CM seeks Modi's intervention on Mekedatu issue - Devdiscourse The Tamil Nadu government Monday sought the Centre's 'urgent' intervention on the Mekedatu reservoir issue, saying Karnataka seeking environmental clearance for the project was in violation of an award of the Cauvery Water disputes tribunal and a Supreme Court judgment. In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister K Palaniswami requested him to direct the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change to "reject outright" Karnataka's proposal. Palaniswami sought Modi's "urgent personal intervention" to deny permission to the proposal of Karnataka's Cauvery Neeravari Nigama Niyamita seeking environmental clearance for the Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir and Drinking water project. The neighbouring state seeking such clearance was in "utter violation" of the final order of the Cauvery water disputes tribunal and a judgment of the apex court in February 2018, he said. Palaniswami said the Tamil Nadu government has been conveying its strong objections and been urging the Centre to reject outright and return the Detailed Project Report (DPR) of the Mekedatu project. The proposed project was not in confor…

Farmers, PMK urge TN govt to convene meet on Mekedatu CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu All Farmers’ Associations Coordination Committee and the PMK on Sunday urged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to immediately take political and legal steps to prevent Karnataka from expediting steps for building a dam at Mekedatu across the Cauvery river. The steps should include convening a meeting of the farmers associations as well as political parties to discuss the next course of action. P R Pandian, president, TN Farmers’ Associations Coordination Committee, on Sunday said that Karnataka has carried out visible preparations for the proposed Mekedatu dam project, including survey works, besides embedding iron rods in the rocky riverbed to demarcate the proposed construction site. Explaining what he witnessed at the proposed site in Karnataka’s Kanakapura region, Pandian told TNIE that a new flight of stairs has been constructed to provide access from the foothill road to the riverbed, around 150ft below at the site chosen for building the dam. Pandian said that in 2024 itself, Karnataka farmers opposed the Mekedatu dam since it would affect irrigation in another part of the state, but the present go…

Cauvery Dispute: How Tamil Nadu and Karnataka Are Pulling Congress in ... NEW DELHI: 2026 has been a year of Congress' re-emergence in southern India. The party won comfortably in the Kerala assembly elections, entered the Tamil Nadu government by supporting Vijay's TVK, and also solved the three-year-long tussle over the chief ministerial post in Karnataka. Get breaking news anytime, anywhere. Download the TOI app now! But, just as it seemed that everything was going Congress's way, regional tensions appear to have taken over the party line. Tamil Nadu and Karnataka have locked horns over the proposed foundation stone ceremony announced by Karnataka for the Mekedatu dam project across the Cauvery River, exposing a sharp interstate fault line.. Incidentally, as Congress is in power in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, it finds itself caught between a rock and a hard place — forced to balance electoral gains against a combustible local dispute.What is the Cauvery water dispute The Cauvery water dispute is one of India's longest-running inter-state river water conflicts. It centres on the sharing of waters of the Cauvery river, a crucial source of irrigation, drinking water and liveliho…

TAMIL NADU CM VIJAY - The Economic Times An ammonia gas leak was reported on Sunday at the St Peter's Paul Seafoods Exports facility located in Kannigaipair near Periyapalayam in Tiruvallur district. According to preliminary reports, more than 20 people have been affected by the incident. 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. Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar's recent Assembly address marked a significant return to constitutional norms, being the first full Governor's speech in three years. Following the customary 'Thamizh Thai Vaazhthu' and national anthem, Arlekar's smooth delivery contrasted sharply with his predecessor's contentious relationship with the state government. Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy has reiterated the state's commitment to the Mekedattu project, asserting it will …

TN CM Vijay urges PM Modi to reject Karnataka's DPR for Mekedatu project CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to direct officials of the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Central Water Commission (CWC) to reject the Detailed Project Report (DPR) of the proposed Mekedatu project. In a communication to the Prime Minister, the Chief Minister stated that the project proposal was in violation of the final award of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal (CWDT) issued on February 5, 2007, and the judgment of the Supreme Court delivered on February 16, 2018. He also requested the Centre to advise the Karnataka government not to undertake any new project in the Cauvery basin without obtaining the concurrence of the co-basin states and not to violate the Supreme Court judgment in any manner. The CM said in his letter to PM, “I wish to bring to your notice that Karnataka has announced the “Bhoomi Puja” of the Mekedatu reservoir on the river Cauvery. The public utterances of the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka to this effect, has caused a lot of concern among the lakhs of farmers of Tamil Nadu”. Mekedatu Project is not in the list of projec…

EPS urges TVK government to secure Tamil Nadu's Cauvery water share Chennai, Jul 9 (PTI) AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami on Thursday urged the ruling TVK to immediately secure Tamil Nadu's share of Cauvery water due for June and July, warning the state government against remaining idle while Karnataka "plays with the lives of TN people." Launching a scathing attack on neighbouring Karnataka over the Cauvery water issue, the former chief minister said in a strongly worded statement that Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay should issue a firm political warning to the Congress government. "Is CM Vijay ready to warn the Karnataka Congress government that if Karnataka does not immediately release Cauvery water, then the Congress minister will be dropped from the Tamil Nadu Cabinet," the AIADMK chief asked. He condemned the Congress government and accused it of being "arrogant, power-hungry, dictatorial, and intent on disrupting brotherhood." He said Karnataka consistently ignored multiple verdicts of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal and the Supreme Court that upheld Tamil Nadu’s rights on Cauvery water. The AIADMK chief said the farmers in the Cauvery Delta districts depended on Ca…

Take call after consulting all parties: Left, VCK - DT Next CHENNAI:Left parties and VCK on Monday urged the State government to convene an all-party meeting to discuss the next course of action after the Supreme Court dismissed Tamil Nadu’s review petition against the proposed Mekedatu dam project in Karnataka. In separate statements, VCK president Thol Thirumavalavan, CPM state secretary P Shanmugam and CPI state secretary M Veerapandian stressed the need for a united political and legal response to safeguard Tamil Nadu’s rights over the Cauvery waters. Thirumavalavan said the Cauvery issue was a Statewide and emotionally sensitive matter concerning the people of Tamil Nadu and, therefore, all stakeholders should be consulted before any decision is taken. He said the State government’s stance should evolve after discussions with all parties represented in the Assembly. He pointed out that the three-judge Bench headed by the Chief Justice had only dismissed Tamil Nadu’s review petition and that the Supreme Court’s November 2025 order had consequently come into force. According to him, the Supreme Court had not granted permission for the construction of the Mekedatu dam, but h…

Palaniswami demands TN govt to adopt an aggressive stand in the ... Home India Palaniswami demands TN govt to adopt an aggressive stand in the Mekedatu... India Palaniswami demands TN govt to adopt an aggressive stand in the Mekedatu dam issue PTI 13 June, 2026 06:48 pm IST Facebook Twitter WhatsApp Linkedin Follow Us : Text Size: A- A+ Chennai, June 11 (PTI) AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Saturday slammed the TVK-led government for allegedly adopting a “passive stance” towards the Karnataka government’s “aggressive efforts” to construct a dam across the Cauvery river at Mekedatu. The Cauvery River serves as the primary drinking water source for the people of 20 districts in Tamil Nadu and is the vital lifeline for agriculture across ten districts, including the Delta region, Palaniswami said in a release from his party’s headquarters. “Following legal struggles, the continuous initiatives taken by the Jayalalithaa government under my leadership culminated in the Supreme Court delivering its final verdict on February 16, 2018”, he said, adding “subsequently, on June 1, 2018, the Central Government notified the implementation of the Cauvery Water Management Auth…

Cauvery flashpoint: Anbumani’s river march rekindles Mekedatu ... PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss flags off the Cauvery awareness march at Biligundlu, transforming the Mekedatu debate into a renewed political, environmental and legal campaign as Tamil Nadu and Karnataka harden their positions over one of India's most enduring inter-State river disputes. NE PHOTO NE NEWS SERVICECHENNAI, JULY 1 Thepolitically sensitive Cauvery water dispute gathered fresh momentum on Wednesday after PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss launched a statewide public awareness march from Biligundlu in Dharmapuri district to the ancient port town of Poompuhar, seeking to rally public opinion against Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu balancing reservoir project. The campaign comes at a time when the Mekedatu issue has once again emerged as one of the few subjects that has united almost the entire political spectrum in Tamil Nadu, even as Karnataka continues to maintain that the project is essential for securing drinking water for Bengaluru and adjoining regions. Launching the march, Anbumani termed the proposed reservoir “a grave threat” to Tamil Nadu’s water security, agriculture and ecology, urging the…

Tamil Nadu blocks Karnataka's Mekedatu and Kerala's Mullaperiyar projects Nation and Beyond Tamil Nadu commits to blocking Karnataka’s Mekedatu and Kerala’s Mullaperiyar projects TNM (With ANI Inputs) | Published On: Jun 18, 2026 ANI Photo | Tamil Nadu commits to blocking Karnataka’s Mekedatu and Kerala’s Mullaperiyar projects Tamil Nadu has asserted its intention to oppose Karnataka’s Mekedatu Dam project firmly and to prevent any new construction or safety violations by Kerala at the Mullaperiyar Dam, Governor Rajendra Viswanath Arlekar stated during the opening session of the 17th Legislative Assembly on January 31, 2026. Delivering his address, Arlekar said the Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay-led State government is adopting “necessary legal measures” to halt Karnataka’s plans to build the Mekedatu dam. He added, “The Cauvery delta region is the granary of Tamil Nadu. The farmers of this region depend on Cauvery water as the main water source of the delta districts. Tamil Nadu has the right to use Cauvery water from time immemorial. Even after our right was upheld in the Supreme Court, we are having to struggle every year to obtain Cauvery water. Instead of giving our due share …

R Ashoka calls for ₹10 crore per constituency for Karnataka water crisis Nation and Beyond R Ashoka demands Rs 10 crore per constituency to address Karnataka water crisis TNM (With ANI Inputs) | Published On: Apr 29, 2026 ANI Photo | R Ashoka demands Rs 10 crore per constituency to address Karnataka water crisis Karnataka Opposition leader R Ashoka called on the Congress government on Tuesday to allocate Rs 10 crore as a grant for drinking water to each Assembly constituency in the state. Speaking at a press conference, the BJP leader requested that these funds be used to rejuvenate borewells and provide water supply through tankers. He also stressed the urgency of supporting livestock with the construction of goshalas (cattle shelters) and the provision of fodder. Also Read Man arrested for operating Rs 11 lakh pyramid scheme disguised as NGO in Delhi Arsene Wenger predicts France to win FIFA World Cup 2026, identifies Spain as main challengers Kalyan Court denies Shiv Sena corporator’s request for video link appearance in assault case “The government has not released even a single paisa for drinking water. Salaries of employees have been cut in Telangana and Himachal Pradesh. Ka…

TN CM Vijay urges PM Modi to reject Karnataka's Mekedatu project DPR Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday, May 26, urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to direct the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Central Water Commission (CWC) to reject Karnataka’s Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed Mekedatu reservoir project across the Cauvery river, alleging that it violated the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal award and the Supreme Court’s 2018 judgment. In a letter to the Prime Minister, Vijay expressed concern over the Centre entertaining Karnataka’s proposal without considering Tamil Nadu’s objections. He also sought directions to the Karnataka government not to undertake any new project in the Cauvery basin without obtaining the concurrence of co-basin states. The chief minister said the proposed Mekedatu project and recent statements made by Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar had caused anxiety among farmers in Tamil Nadu who depend on Cauvery waters for irrigation and livelihood. Referring to the long-standing Cauvery water dispute, Vijay said the issue had been resolved after decades of legal proceedings and that the Supreme Court judgment dated Fe…

Anbumani launches Cauvery march against Mekedatu project; urges ... Anbumani launches Cauvery march against Mekedatu project; urges stronger legal fight By IANS | Updated: July 1, 2026 19:05 IST 2026-07-01T19:02:02+5:30 2026-07-01T19:05:05+5:30 Preferred on Preferred on Next Chennai, July 1 PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss on Wednesday launched a statewide public awareness march from Biligundlu in ... Anbumani launches Cauvery march against Mekedatu project; urges stronger legal fight Chennai, July 1 PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss on Wednesday launched a statewide public awareness march from Biligundlu in Dharmapuri district to the historic town of Poompuhar, intensifying his party’s campaign against Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu dam project across the Cauvery River. Flagging off the march, Anbumani described the project as a grave threat to Tamil Nadu’s water security, agriculture and ecology, and urged the State government to strengthen its legal efforts to prevent the dam from becoming a reality. Addressing reporters, he said the primary objective of the campaign was to mobilise public opinion across the Cauvery delta and other river-dependent regions against the proposed reser…

Will get Mekedatu project sanctioned if Congress leaders convince Tamil ... News Will get Mekedatu project sanctioned if Congress leaders convince Tamil Nadu: Kumaraswamy July 6, 2025 Mysuru: Asserting that he would get Mekedatu balancing reservoir Project across Cauvery river that flows  along Karnataka-Tami Nadu border, sanctioned within five minutes by the Centre, Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel and JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy questioned whether Karnataka Congress leaders have the capacity to convince Tamil Nadu where the Congress is a coalition  partner of the ruling DMK Government. Speaking to press persons ahead of DISHA meeting here yesterday, Kumaraswamy urged the State Congress Government to get Tamil Nadu Government’s nod for the Mekedatu Project. Stating that the Tamil Nadu Government was opposing the project, the Union Minister maintained that he stands committed to his earlier remarks on Mekedatu project even now. Reiterating that he would get the project sanctioned by the Prime Minister within minutes if the Tamil Nadu Government agrees for the project, Kumaraswamy wondered what purpose would serve if the Karnataka Government opens the project office …