Karnataka's Mekedatu project stalled: Revised DPR overdue since 2019

Why in news

The Union Government clarified that the revised Detailed Project Report (DPR) for Karnataka's Mekedatu project is overdue since 2019 due to non-compliance with Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal guidelines.

Background

The Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir cum Drinking Water Project is a major irrigation and drinking water initiative in Karnataka. The Central Water Commission (CWC) is responsible for the techno-economic appraisal of water projects in the Cauvery Basin.

Facts for Prelims

• BodyCentral Water Commission (CWC): Responsible for the appraisal of water resources projects and irrigation schemes.
• BodyCauvery Water Disputes Tribunal (CWDT):The adjudicatory body for water sharing disputes in the Cauvery River basin.
• FactSupreme Court Judgment: The project must comply with the CWDT Award and the Supreme Court judgment dated February 16, 2018.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the challenges in inter-state water sharing in India and the role of judicial and technical bodies in resolving these disputes.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• inter-state cooperation
• judicial oversight
• technical feasibility
• water security

Keywords: inter-state water disputes · techno-economic appraisal · federalism · water governance

More Agriculture notes

• Andhra CM N. Chandrababu Naidu Completes Land Re-survey, Distributes 32.22 Lakh Passbooks · 11 August 2026
• Kerala's Minister Plans Organic Farming Push After Pesticide Findings · 10 August 2026
• Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27 Proposes ₹38.17 Crore for Horticulture Initiatives · 9 August 2026
• Parliament panel demands permanent fertilizer command to fix shortages, boost supply coordination · 9 August 2026
• IIM Indore, IIT Kanpur join hands to modernize rural water supply in Uttar Pradesh · 8 August 2026
• Modi urges Indians to share handloom videos using #NationalHandloomDay · 7 August 2026

All Agriculture current affairs →