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Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Promises Mahanadi Dispute Resolution Before Diwali
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🗓 02 Aug 2026, 11:32 AM
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Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi has stated that the long-standing dispute over the Mahanadi River will be settled before the upcoming Diwali festival.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi announced today that the dispute concerning the Mahanadi River would be resolved before the Diwali celebrations. The statement was made during a press briefing in Bhubaneswar.
The Mahanadi dispute has involved disagreements over water sharing and usage rights between Odisha and neighboring states. While the specifics of the disagreement were not detailed, the CM emphasized that a solution is in sight.
According to the CM, negotiations have been progressing steadily, and a formal agreement is expected to be signed in the coming weeks. The government has urged all parties to cooperate to ensure a swift resolution.
Resolving the dispute ahead of Diwali is seen as a priority to avoid any disruptions in water supply and to maintain harmony among the affected regions. The CM assured the public that the state will take all necessary measures to bring the matter to a close before the festival.
The Mahanadi dispute has involved disagreements over water sharing and usage rights between Odisha and neighboring states. While the specifics of the disagreement were not detailed, the CM emphasized that a solution is in sight.
According to the CM, negotiations have been progressing steadily, and a formal agreement is expected to be signed in the coming weeks. The government has urged all parties to cooperate to ensure a swift resolution.
Resolving the dispute ahead of Diwali is seen as a priority to avoid any disruptions in water supply and to maintain harmony among the affected regions. The CM assured the public that the state will take all necessary measures to bring the matter to a close before the festival.