Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Congress MP seeks discussion on Mekedatu dam
A Congress MP from Tamil Nadu, Manickam Tagore, has asked for an urgent discussion in the Indian Parliament about a dam project called Mekedatu that Karnataka wants to build on the Cauvery River.
Tamil Nadu is worried that this project will reduce the water they get from the river, which is very important for farming and drinking water.
The MP says the central government should make sure Tamil Nadu's rights to the river water are protected and that no project should be allowed without considering Tamil Nadu's concerns.
Congress MP Manickam Tagore seeks urgent discussion in Lok Sabha on the Mekedatu dam project.
Tamil Nadu fears the project will affect its water security and agricultural economy.
The Centre’s response has triggered concern in Tamil Nadu.
Tagore argues the Centre has a constitutional obligation to protect Tamil Nadu’s share of Cauvery waters.
He demands the Centre clarify its stand and not approve the project until Tamil Nadu’s objections are considered.
- Who
- Congress MP Manickam Tagore
- What
- Adjournment motion notice in Lok Sabha over Centre’s stand on Mekedatu dam
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Lok Sabha, India
- Why
- To discuss the Centre’s stand on the Mekedatu project and safeguard Tamil Nadu’s legal rights and farmers' interests
Tamil Nadu's Concerns
Karnataka's Position
Consent for Construction
Tamil Nadu's Concerns
Tamil Nadu argues that Karnataka should obtain consent from downstream states before constructing any project on the Cauvery River.
Karnataka's Position
Karnataka contends that the Supreme Court's judgment does not require obtaining consent from downstream states for construction.
Water Security
Tamil Nadu's Concerns
Tamil Nadu fears that the Mekedatu project will adversely affect its water security and agricultural economy.
Karnataka's Position
Karnataka aims to proceed with the Mekedatu project to meet its water needs.
- River
- Cauvery
- Project
- Mekedatu balancing reservoir
- States Involved
- Tamil Nadu, Karnataka
- Legal Body
- Supreme Court of India
- MP Raising Concern
- Manickam Tagore