Mekedatu dam project: a long-standing source of friction between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka (opens original article in a new tab)

The Supreme Court approved the Mekedatu dam project's Detailed Project Report appraisal, aiming to create a 67.16 TMC reservoir and 400 MW hydro power in Karnataka, reigniting tensions with Tamil Nadu over water rights.

• Mekedatu dam project approved for DPR appraisal by Supreme Court
• Karnataka plans 67.16 TMC water reservoir and 400 MW hydro power
• Tamil Nadu and Karnataka have long-standing friction over Cauvery water dispute