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Economics1d 11h ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay moved a resolution in the State Assembly strongly opposing Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu project across the river Cauvery.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Who
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, Tamil Nadu State Assembly, TVK government, Karnataka, Union Government, Congress
What
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay moved a resolution in the State Assembly strongly opposing Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu project across the river Cauvery.
When
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT · 1d 11h ago
Where
Chennai, Tamil Nadu ·
Why
The resolution aims to safeguard Tamil Nadu's water rights, as the proposed Mekedatu project could adversely affect its rightful share of Cauvery waters, impacting irrigation, drinking water, and farmer livelihoods.
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The resolution calls upon the Union Government not to grant approval for the Mekedatu project, potentially escalating the inter-state water dispute and affecting regional water resource management.

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