Archive · 20 Nov 2025
Karnataka to Submit Fresh DPR for Mekedatu Project Post SC Order
Karnataka is moving forward with the Mekedatu project after the Supreme Court allowed it to proceed.
The project aims to provide water and power to Bengaluru.
Tamil Nadu is against it, and the Supreme Court said Karnataka must consider Tamil Nadu's objections and expert opinions before finalizing the project.
Karnataka is now preparing a new project report.
Karnataka to submit a fresh Detailed Project Report (DPR) for Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir Project
Project aims to provide drinking water to Bengaluru and generate 400 MW power
Tamil Nadu opposes the project, citing potential impacts on the state
Supreme Court allows project to proceed, subject to consideration of Tamil Nadu's objections and expert opinions
Karnataka starts project office in Harobele and plans to open offices in Ramanagara
- Who
- Karnataka government, Tamil Nadu government, Supreme Court
- What
- Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir Project
- When
- Project office started in Harobele, Supreme Court order in 2023
- Where
- Mekedatu, across the Cauvery river, near Kanakapura in Ramanagara district (now Bengaluru South district)
- Why
- To provide drinking water to Bengaluru and generate power
Karnataka's Stance
Tamil Nadu's Stance
Project Benefits
Karnataka's Stance
Provides drinking water to Bengaluru and generates power
Tamil Nadu's Stance
Concerns about potential impacts on Tamil Nadu
- Project Type
- Multi-purpose (drinking water and power)
- Water Volume
- 4.75 tmcft for drinking water
- Power Generation
- 400 MW