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Karnataka Ministers Meet MPs in Delhi Over Water Disputes and Irrigation Projects

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar arrived in New Delhi to lead a state delegation in meetings with Members of Parliament. The primary agenda is to discuss irrigation works pending with the Central government and to address objections raised by Andhra Pradesh regarding the Upper Krishna Project's third phase. The state will firmly oppose Andhra Pradesh's stance, which it views as an obstacle to its fundamental water rights and a cause of significant water wastage. The ministers aim to secure parliamentary support to urge the Central government to take necessary action on these critical water issues.

Key Points: Karnataka Ministers Meet MPs on Water Issues, UKP Dispute

  • Discuss pending Central irrigation works
  • Address Andhra Pradesh's UKP objections
  • Curb water wastage from Tungabhadra dam
  • Seek MP support for state's water rights
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"Meeting MP's to discuss water issues of Karnataka": Dy CM DK Shivakumar arrives in Delhi

Deputy CM DK Shivakumar leads Karnataka delegation to Delhi to discuss pending irrigation works and oppose Andhra Pradesh's objections to key projects.

"We are meeting to discuss the water-related issues of Karnataka, problems of Karnataka. - DK Shivakumar"

Bengaluru, March 17

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday, where he is scheduled to meet MPs about pending irrigation works from the Centre

"We are meeting to discuss the water-related issues of Karnataka, problems of Karnataka. We are meeting with all the MPs," the Congress leader told reporters upon reaching Delhi.

Before heading to Delhi, DK Shivakumar told reporters that he is meeting with MPs about pending irrigation works from the Centre, with Ministers HK Patil and M.B. Patil joining him.

"I am going to Delhi to meet the MPs regarding irrigation works which remain pending from the Central govt...For this visit, State Ministers HK Patil and MB Patil are also accompanying me, and it has been informed that Members of Parliament from the Centre have been invited to the meeting."

DK Shivakumar on Saturday stated that a meeting with the Members of Parliament will be held in New Delhi to address Andhra Pradesh's objections to the third phase of the Upper Krishna Project (UKP) and to urge the Central government to take action.

He said the State will firmly oppose Andhra Pradesh's stance, which challenges the third phase of the Upper Krishna Project, a key irrigation initiative in Karnataka, and has also failed to assist in curbing water wastage from the Tungabhadra dam.

Shivakumar earlier said, "I, along with Minister MB Patil and R Bosaraju, are going to Delhi to meet all the Members of Parliament. A meeting has been called on Tuesday at 6 PM at Karnataka Bhavan. We had already been granted an award for the UKP. Opposing this, Andhra Pradesh has submitted a request to the Central Government not to allow land acquisition. The Centre has asked them for the reasons and has sent a notice to us. This project is being carried out on our land."

"We have already spent Rs 26,000 crore and started work at the place where the dam height will be increased. We are not raising the height now, but we are making preparations. According to the order issued in 2010, it is our fundamental right, but now Andhra Pradesh is creating obstacles. From the Tungabhadra, we are losing 30 TMC of water due to lapse, and they are not cooperating in providing an alternative. To discuss these and many other issues and place them before the Central Government, we are going to request our Members of Parliament for support," he told reporters earlier.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to Bengaluru, the water crisis is very real. It's good to see the Deputy CM taking this seriously. Interstate water disputes are so complex, but losing 30 TMC from Tungabhadra is a huge waste. Hope the Centre mediates effectively.
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Priyanka N
Rs 26,000 crore already spent! We cannot let this investment go to waste. The 2010 order is clear. This is about Karnataka's rights and development. All MPs, regardless of party, must support the state on this. Jai Karnataka!
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Rahul R
Good step, but I hope this isn't just another Delhi trip for photo-ops. We need concrete results. The issue of water lapse from Tungabhadra has been going on for years. Action is needed, not just meetings.
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Anjali F
Water is a lifeline for our farmers. While the focus is on big projects, I hope they also discuss sustainable water management and local solutions. Every drop counts, especially with the summer coming.
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Michael C
Interesting to see the coordination between state ministers and MPs. This is how federal issues should be tackled – through dialogue. Hope the discussion is productive and leads to a resolution that respects the rights of both states.

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