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Tamil Nadu Congress Rejects Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar's 'No Consent' on Mekedatu Dam
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🗓 14 Nov 2026, 10:33 AM
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The Tamil Nadu Congress has formally opposed Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar’s decision to withhold consent for the Mekedatu Dam project, citing concerns over inter‑state water sharing and environmental impact.
The Mekedatu Dam, situated on the Tungabhadra River in Karnataka, is a key component of the state's water‑management strategy, aiming to irrigate thousands of acres and generate hydroelectric power.
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has recently announced that Karnataka will not grant consent for the dam’s construction, citing inter‑state water‑sharing disputes and potential ecological consequences.
In response, the Tamil Nadu Congress issued a statement rejecting the CM’s stance, arguing that the project is essential for regional development and that the opposition could jeopardise water security for farmers in both states.
The party has called for a joint inter‑state committee to review the dam’s feasibility, warning that prolonged delays could exacerbate tensions over water allocation between Karnataka and neighbouring states.
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has recently announced that Karnataka will not grant consent for the dam’s construction, citing inter‑state water‑sharing disputes and potential ecological consequences.
In response, the Tamil Nadu Congress issued a statement rejecting the CM’s stance, arguing that the project is essential for regional development and that the opposition could jeopardise water security for farmers in both states.
The party has called for a joint inter‑state committee to review the dam’s feasibility, warning that prolonged delays could exacerbate tensions over water allocation between Karnataka and neighbouring states.