2 months ago
Odisha concerned over Neradi Barrage approval
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved a big project called the Neradi Barrage on the Vamsadhara River.
This project costs Rs 641 crore and is expected to be completed in two years.
However, the state of Odisha is worried because the Vamsadhara River is very important for southern Odisha, especially the Gajapati district.
People in Odisha depend on the river for water for drinking, farming, and irrigation.
They are concerned that the project might affect their water rights and needs.
Odisha's leaders and experts are asking the government to protect the state's interests and make sure the project follows all the rules set by the Vamsadhara Water Disputes Tribunal.
Andhra Pradesh approved Rs 641 crore for the Neradi Barrage on the Vamsadhara River.
The project aims to be completed within two years.
Odisha is concerned about the impact on its water rights and irrigation needs.
The Vamsadhara River is crucial for southern Odisha, particularly the Gajapati district.
Odisha's leaders and experts demand strict compliance with the Tribunal award's conditions.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh and Odisha governments, political leaders, water experts
- What
- Approval of Neradi Barrage construction on the Vamsadhara River
- Where
- Vamsadhara River, affecting Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, particularly the Gajapati district in Odisha
- When
- Recent approval, with construction targeted for completion within two years
- Why
- To address irrigation and water supply needs, but with concerns over water rights and potential impact on Odisha's interests
Andhra Pradesh's Perspective
Odisha's Perspective
Project Approval and Construction
Andhra Pradesh's Perspective
Andhra Pradesh has approved Rs 641 crore for the construction of the Neradi Barrage on the Vamsadhara River, aiming to complete the project within two years.
Odisha's Perspective
Odisha is concerned about the impact on its water rights and irrigation needs, fearing that the project may compromise the state's legitimate interests.
Water Rights and Irrigation Needs
Andhra Pradesh's Perspective
Andhra Pradesh is proceeding with land acquisition and construction following the publication of the Vamsadhara Water Disputes Tribunal award in the Central Gazette.
Odisha's Perspective
Odisha's political leaders and water experts stress the need to safeguard the state's rights and ensure strict compliance with the Tribunal award's conditions.
Impact on Local Communities
Andhra Pradesh's Perspective
Andhra Pradesh aims to benefit from the barrage for irrigation and water supply.
Odisha's Perspective
Odisha is worried about the potential impact on the Vamsadhara River, which is a lifeline for southern Odisha, particularly the Gajapati district, affecting irrigation, drinking water, and agriculture.
Key facts
- Project Cost
- Rs 641 crore
- River
- Vamsadhara River
- States Involved
- Andhra Pradesh, Odisha
- Tribunal Award
- Vamsadhara Water Disputes Tribunal
- Completion Target
- 2 years
- Key District in Odisha
- Gajapati
Sources
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