Kumaraswamy defends Mekedatu project, criticises Tamil Nadu’s opposition (opens original article in a new tab)

H.D. Kumaraswamy defended Karnataka's Mekedatu project and urged Tamil Nadu to stop pressuring the state over water release, citing rainfall deficits and past water-sharing agreements.

• H.D. Kumaraswamy urged Tamil Nadu to stop pressuring Karnataka over Cauvery water release due to rainfall deficit.
• Kumaraswamy defended the Mekedatu project, stating it is for drinking water and benefits both states.
• He criticized Tamil Nadu's opposition to the project and accused Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge of not addressing it effectively.