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Supreme Court asks Karnataka to respond to Tamil Nadu's Cauvery water plea
✍️ India Today
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 09:32 PM
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The Supreme Court has issued a notice to Karnataka, requesting its response to Tamil Nadu's petition concerning the allocation of Cauvery river water.
The Supreme Court of India has formally asked the Karnataka state government to file its reply to a petition filed by Tamil Nadu regarding the sharing of Cauvery river water. The petition, lodged by Tamil Nadu, seeks a direction from the court to ensure a specific quantum of water flow from the upstream state during the monsoon and lean periods.
In its order, the apex court set a deadline for Karnataka to submit its written response, emphasizing the need for a swift resolution given the long-standing inter‑state dispute. The court also directed both states to cooperate with the Cauvery Water Management Authority while the matter is under judicial scrutiny.
Legal experts note that the Supreme Court’s intervention underscores the sensitivity of water allocation issues in South India, where agriculture and drinking water needs are heavily dependent on the river. The outcome of the case could have significant implications for irrigation schedules and power generation linked to the river’s flow.
The hearing continues, and the court may schedule further arguments after reviewing Karnataka’s reply. Both state governments have indicated readiness to present their positions before the bench.
In its order, the apex court set a deadline for Karnataka to submit its written response, emphasizing the need for a swift resolution given the long-standing inter‑state dispute. The court also directed both states to cooperate with the Cauvery Water Management Authority while the matter is under judicial scrutiny.
Legal experts note that the Supreme Court’s intervention underscores the sensitivity of water allocation issues in South India, where agriculture and drinking water needs are heavily dependent on the river. The outcome of the case could have significant implications for irrigation schedules and power generation linked to the river’s flow.
The hearing continues, and the court may schedule further arguments after reviewing Karnataka’s reply. Both state governments have indicated readiness to present their positions before the bench.