Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Karnataka CM Announces All-Party Meeting on Cauvery Dispute
Karnataka’s chief minister, DK Shivakumar, said he will hold a big meeting on August 2 to talk about the water problem with the Cauvery river.
He invited former leaders, MPs, and lawmakers from the area.
Karnataka has already asked a water authority to review a recent decision that gave more water to Tamil Nadu.
Shivakumar said he talked with Union ministers and BJP leaders who promised to help Karnataka.
He wants to solve the issue peacefully and not fight politics.
He also said he doesn’t want to argue with other parties and wants everyone to work together for the country’s good.
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar convenes all‑party meeting on Aug 2 to discuss Cauvery water dispute strategy.
Meeting invites former CM, MPs, and legislators from the Cauvery basin region.
Karnataka has filed an appeal to the CWMA against a recent water release directive to Tamil Nadu.
Shivakumar says Union Ministers and BJP leaders have assured support for Karnataka’s interests.
CM rejects political confrontation, calls for legal resolution and cooperation.
- Who
- Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar
- What
- Convenes an all-party meeting to discuss the Cauvery water dispute strategy
- When
- August 2, 2024
- Where
- Krishna, the Chief Minister’s official residence in Bengaluru
- Why
- To seek support, avoid political confrontation, and resolve the dispute through legal mechanisms
- Meeting Date
- August 2, 2024
- Location
- Krishna, Bengaluru
- Issue
- Cauvery water dispute
- Appeal Filed
- Yes, to CWMA
- Participants Invited
- Former CM, MPs, legislators from Cauvery basin