Archive · 27 May 2025
Minister to Address Hidkal Water Diversion Concerns
The government wants to send water from Hidkal Dam to factories, but people are worried it will cause water problems for them.
Local organizations are protesting.
The local minister, Mr. Jarkiholi, will have a meeting to talk about the water plan.
He wasn't aware of the project initially.
He will also talk to the Chief Minister about the concerns, as many groups and organizations are against this decision.
Satish Jarkiholi to hold meeting on water diversion from Hidkal Dam.
The diversion of 45 MLD of water to Hubballi-Dharwad is under scrutiny.
Local groups have opposed the decision.
The project's approval pre-dated the minister's awareness.
The minister plans to discuss the issue with the Chief Minister.
- Who
- Satish Jarkiholi, local organizations and community
- What
- A meeting to address the diversion of water from Hidkal Dam.
- When
- Recently, with a meeting planned.
- Where
- Belagavi district, Karnataka, India
- Why
- To discuss the diversion of water from Hidkal Dam.
Protesting Groups' View
Government's View
Water Diversion Controversy
Protesting Groups' View
Local organizations oppose the water diversion, fearing shortages in Belagavi.
Government's View
The government approved the project for industrial use, aiming for economic benefits.
- Water Source
- Hidkal Dam
- Water Diversion Amount
- 45 MLD
- Intended Recipient
- Hubballi-Dharwad
- Intended Use
- Industrial areas
- Key Figure
- Belagavi District Minister Satish Jarkiholi
