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Chhattisgarh CM Promises Dialogue‑Led Resolution of Mahanadi Water Dispute
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🗓 21 Sep 2026, 08:36 PM
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Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced that the long‑standing Mahanadi water dispute will be settled soon through dialogue, according to a statement aired on AIR.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai of Chhattisgarh addressed the nation on the national radio, assuring that the protracted Mahanadi water dispute would soon be resolved through constructive dialogue.
The CM emphasized that the government is actively engaging with stakeholders and neighboring states to find a mutually acceptable solution. He highlighted that negotiations are underway and that a comprehensive agreement is expected in the near future.
This statement follows years of contention over water sharing from the Mahanadi River, which flows through several states in central India. The Chhattisgarh government has reiterated its commitment to maintaining equitable water distribution while safeguarding the interests of local communities.
No specific timeline was provided, but the CM assured the public that the dialogue process would be transparent and inclusive, aiming to prevent further escalation of the dispute.
The CM emphasized that the government is actively engaging with stakeholders and neighboring states to find a mutually acceptable solution. He highlighted that negotiations are underway and that a comprehensive agreement is expected in the near future.
This statement follows years of contention over water sharing from the Mahanadi River, which flows through several states in central India. The Chhattisgarh government has reiterated its commitment to maintaining equitable water distribution while safeguarding the interests of local communities.
No specific timeline was provided, but the CM assured the public that the dialogue process would be transparent and inclusive, aiming to prevent further escalation of the dispute.