Fiery River Dispute: Mahadayi Sparks Controversy Between Karnataka and Goa
The Mahadayi river project has reignited tensions between Karnataka and Goa. Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar criticized Goa CM Pramod Sawant over the issue, asserting Karnataka's intent to proceed with the project. The dispute has raised questions about inter-state relations, legal action, and federal structure dynamics.
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The ongoing Mahadayi river dispute has heated up with Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar calling Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant's mental state into question. Shivakumar emphasized that Karnataka will move forward with its Mahadayi river project, even as Sawant claimed that the Centre will not clear the proposal.
Shivakumar argued that activities are confined to Karnataka's terrain and urged for cooperation among Karnataka's MPs to defend the state's interests. He criticized the Goa government for allegedly politicizing the issue, while expressing confidence that Central leaders remain non-partisan, focused on development goals.
The Mahadayi river, also known as Mandovi in Goa, has been a long-standing point of contention due to ecological and inter-state water rights concerns. Past rulings on water allocation have not quelled disputes, as tensions resurface while the Karnataka government plans to divert river waters to support local water supplies.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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