PoliticsMekedatu Project Foundation to Begin by March, Says Minister
Water Resources Minister N Chaluvarayaswamy announced that the Mekedatu project, aimed at resolving the Cauvery River water sharing dispute, is nearly ready with its detailed project report 99% complete. The foundation stone is planned for March next year. The project includes alternative land allocation for forest areas affected and will support Bengaluru's 6th phase drinking water scheme. The minister also noted reduced water release to Tamil Nadu this year amid drought conditions in Karnataka.
Deccan Herald··Mandya


