Mahadayi River Dispute: Escalating Tensions Between Goa and Karnataka
The long-standing Mahadayi river dispute between Goa and Karnataka has intensified following critical remarks exchanged by leaders from both states. The disagreement rooted in Karnataka's water diversion plans has sparked strong reactions, with both sides appealing to the Supreme Court as legal and political tensions rise.
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In a renewed clash over the Mahadayi river project, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant's recent comments have sparked a sharp response from Karnataka, marking another chapter in the longstanding dispute between the two states.
DK Shivakumar, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, criticized Sawant's understanding of inter-state relations while reiterating Karnataka's commitment to moving forward with the Kalasa-Banduri project aimed at diverting water to support regions in Karnataka.
Amid rising tensions, Karnataka's Minister HK Patil emphasized their constitutional right to proceed with the project, while Sawant underscored the river's significance to Goa's livelihood. The escalating rhetoric underscores the complexities surrounding the unresolved conflict, with courts and tribunals becoming crucial battlegrounds.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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