Archive · 1 Jun 2025
Hemavathi Canal Project Sparks Political Conflict, Farmer Protests
A plan to build a canal to bring water to farmers has caused a big argument.
Some people think the plan is good and will help farmers.
Others disagree, worried that the water is not being shared fairly.
Politicians are disagreeing with each other, and some farmers are worried about losing their water.
The government is being accused of playing favorites and targeting farmers who oppose the project.
Some officials are also being criticized for changing their minds about the project.
The Central Minister of State for Railways has criticized the current government.
The Karnataka government is continuing work on the Hemavathi River Link Canal Project in Tumakuru.
BJP and JD(S) leaders have criticized the project, alleging water diversion.
Congress MLA Ranganath supports the project, stating it benefits Kunigal.
Minister Somanna criticized the state government for targeting farmers.
The project has been temporarily halted after a protest.
- Who
- Congress, BJP, farmers, and state officials
- What
- Political conflict over the Hemavathi River Link Canal Project
- When
- June 1, 2025
- Where
- Tumakuru district, Karnataka
- Why
- Disagreements over water allocation and project feasibility
Congress
BJP & Farmers
Project Support
Congress
Supports the Hemavathi River Link Canal Project for Kunigal
BJP & Farmers
Opposes the project due to concerns over water diversion and feasibility
Political Accusations
Congress
Accuses opposition of misleading the public
BJP & Farmers
Claims Congress is attempting to divert Tumakuru's share of water.
- Project Cost
- ₹615 crore (first phase)
- Water for Kunigal (Phase 1)
- 3.01 tmcft
- Total Water Allocated to Tumakuru
- 24 tmcft
- Primary Location
- Tumakuru District
Sources
Nationwide railway safety system spanning 3500 km is being implemented: Somanna
Union Minister Somanna inspects redevelopment works at Bidar railway station
Somanna slams Siddaramaiah for implicating farmers opposing Hemavathi link canal project