Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin (identified in one report as Vijay) writes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking immediate steps to stop Karnataka’s Mekedatu dam project. The Tamil Nadu leadership argues the project amounts to a “clear violation,” and asks Modi to direct the relevant authorities to reject the Detailed Project Report (DPR) being prepared for the project. The intervention is tied to an ongoing dispute over sharing Cauvery river water, which has been a long-running contentious issue between the states.
According to reports, Karnataka’s Deputy Chief Minister has stated that the DPR will be submitted soon, prompting Tamil Nadu to intensify its push with the Centre. Tamil Nadu’s letter emphasizes that the project could affect farmers and the state’s rights, and it calls on the prime minister to ensure compliance with court directions and existing legal positions. The two reports characterize the request as an attempt to prevent further action until the dispute and alleged non-compliance are addressed through appropriate authorities and legal review.
