Shah Ends 50-Year Narmada Payment Dispute, ₹2 Lakh Dues Cleared
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The Union Minister for Home Affairs, Amit Shah, mediated a multi-state agreement between Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh to resolve a 50-year-old payment dispute regarding the Sardar Sarovar Project.
Background
The Sardar Sarovar Project (SSP) is a major multi-purpose dam project providing water for irrigation, drinking, and power generation. The agreement involves the settlement of ₹2 lakh crore in outstanding dues between the participating states.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceSardar Sarovar Project: Located in Gujarat, it is a major dam on the Narmada River.
- FactThe settlement involves clearing ₹2 lakh crore in outstanding dues between the four states.
- BodyUnion Minister for Water Resources: Currently held by C.R. Patil.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of inter-state cooperation in managing shared water resources and the role of federal mediation in resolving long-standing infrastructure disputes in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-state friction: Legal and financial complexities arising from shared river basin management and water-sharing treaties.
- Federal mediation: The role of the Union Government in resolving state-level infrastructure disputes to ensure national water security.
- Infrastructure financing: Challenges in reconciling historical debt and cost-sharing models for multi-state irrigation projects.
Keywords: Inter-state cooperation · Water security · Federalism · Infrastructure financing · Resource management
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