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Odisha CM Hopes Mahanadi Water Dispute with Chhattisgarh Resolved Before Diwali
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 30 Jul 2026, 10:40 PM
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Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik anticipates a settlement of the Mahanadi water dispute with Chhattisgarh before the Diwali festival, following a tripartite meeting.
The Odisha government has expressed optimism that the long‑standing Mahanadi water dispute with Chhattisgarh will be settled before the Diwali festival.
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said the expectation follows a recent tripartite meeting that included representatives from both states and the central government.
The discussion focused on sharing the river’s flow and ensuring equitable water distribution for irrigation and drinking purposes.
Patnaik added that a resolution would bring relief to farmers and industries dependent on the river’s water.
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said the expectation follows a recent tripartite meeting that included representatives from both states and the central government.
The discussion focused on sharing the river’s flow and ensuring equitable water distribution for irrigation and drinking purposes.
Patnaik added that a resolution would bring relief to farmers and industries dependent on the river’s water.