Karnataka Minister Defends Mekedatu Project, Assures Tamil Nadu’s Interests Remain Protected |News18

A Karnataka Minister defends the Mekedatu project, assuring that Tamil Nadu’s interests remain protected amid renewed debate over the Cauvery water issue.The minister says the project is being pursued with Karnataka’s drinking water and power needs in mind, while maintaining that Tamil Nadu’s rightful share of water will not be affected.

The assurance comes as the Mekedatu project continues to remain a sensitive flashpoint between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.The controversy is raising questions over inter-state water sharing, Cauvery river management, legal clearances and whether both states can find a cooperative solution. -newsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube ...