Kerala Seeks Talks Over Mullaperiyar Dam

The Mullaperiyar dam, located on the Periyar river, has been a point of contention between Kerala and Tamil Nadu for years. Kerala has consistently expressed concerns about the safety of the dam, citing its age and the potential risks of raising the water level. Tamil Nadu, on the other hand, has been pushing to raise the water level to meet the irrigation needs of its farmers. The latest development has sparked a fresh round of tensions between the two states, with Kerala seeking talks to resolve the issue. The Kerala government has been maintaining that the safety of the dam is its top priority and that it will not compromise on the issue. The dispute over the Mullaperiyar dam is a long-standing one, with both states having their own set of concerns and demands.