Reddy and Fadnavis agree to study increasing Tummidihatti project height for Telangana farmers
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Why in news
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis agreed to form a joint committee to study increasing the Tummidihatti project height to 150-152 metres for Telangana farmers.
Background
The proposed height of 150-152 metres replaces a 2016 agreement for 148 metres. A joint committee of chief secretaries and Water Resources secretaries will be formed to study the project, while Maharashtra will independently examine submergence issues and compensation.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTummidihatti project: Proposed height increase to 150-152 metres.
- FactTummidihatti project: Previous 2016 agreement height was 148 metres.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges of inter-state water sharing and infrastructure development in India, highlighting the need for collaborative federal mechanisms to resolve regional disputes.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-state friction: Balancing irrigation requirements of Telangana with Maharashtra's land submergence concerns
- Institutional mechanism: Role of joint committees in mediating technical and compensatory issues in water projects
Keywords: Inter-state water sharing · Federal cooperation · Irrigation infrastructure · Submergence compensation · Water governance
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