Archive · 25 Jul 2025
AP and Telangana Clash Over Nagarjuna Sagar Water Release
Imagine two states, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, sharing water from a big lake called Nagarjuna Sagar.
One day, Andhra Pradesh let some water out for farming without telling Telangana first.
Telangana got upset because they have rules about how to share the water.
They complained to the water boss, called the KRMB.
Andhra Pradesh says they followed the rules.
This is happening because both states need the water for their farms and drinking water.
Now, everyone is waiting to see what the water boss says about who was right.
Dispute emerges between Andhra Pradesh (AP) and Telangana over water release from Nagarjuna Sagar Project.
AP released water into the right canal without Telangana's prior information.
Telangana officials lodged a complaint, claiming violation of agreements and protocols.
AP officials stated they obtained required KRMB approval before water release.
The Krishna River Management Board (KRMB) is the regulatory authority overseeing water allocation.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and the Krishna River Management Board (KRMB).
- What
- Dispute over water release from Nagarjuna Sagar Project.
- When
- Information not available in the text.
- Where
- Nagarjuna Sagar Project.
- Why
- Disagreement over water allocation and adherence to established protocols.
Telangana's Stance
Andhra Pradesh's Stance
Authorization for Water Release
Telangana's Stance
AP released water without prior information.
Andhra Pradesh's Stance
AP claims to have KRMB approval before water release.
Compliance with Regulations
Telangana's Stance
AP's action violates agreements and protocols.
Andhra Pradesh's Stance
AP insists on compliance with KRMB's directives.
- Project Name
- Nagarjuna Sagar
- States Involved
- Andhra Pradesh (AP) and Telangana
- Water Body
- Krishna River
- Regulatory Body
- Krishna River Management Board (KRMB)
- Dispute Type
- Water Sharing
- Water Storage Capacity
- Exceeding 570 feet