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Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has pledged to complete the Yettinahole water project by 2027, ensuring water reaches Kolar. He addressed land acquisition and financial challenges during a review meeting. The project, spanning 252.87 km, is already 164 km complete. Shivakumar emphasized the government's commitment despite delays in other projects.

Key Points: DK Shivakumar Vows Yettinahole Water for Kolar by 2027

  • DK Shivakumar prioritizes Yettinahole project despite delays
  • Land acquisition and financial issues discussed with Forest Dept
  • 164 km of 252.87 km project already complete
  • CM Siddaramaiah urged fast-tracking the project
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Our government's resolve is to deliver the project by 2027: Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar on Yettinahole project

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar reaffirms commitment to complete Yettinahole project by 2027, addressing land and financial hurdles.

"Our government's resolve is to deliver Yettinahole water to Kolar by 2027. – DK Shivakumar"

Bengaluru, June 21

Explaining the Karnataka government's Yettinahole project, state Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said that the government has decided to deliver the Yettinahole water to Kolar by 2027.

He mentioned that the forest department has discussed the project's issues. Land acquisition and financial issues related to the construction of a balanced reservoir in Bairagonda, Lakkenahalli, were also discussed in the meeting with the forest department.

DK Shivakumar informed that the changes in the project will take place based on the suggestions of the ministers and asserted that he would study everything and raise the issue in the upcoming cabinet meeting.

"Our government's resolve is to deliver Yettinahole water to Kolar by 2027. We have already discussed the issues related to this project with the Forest Department, the land acquisition process, land acquisition and financial issues related to the construction of a balanced reservoir in Bairagonda, Lakkenahalli. Therefore, we visited the site of these works and inspected them. The changes in this project have been made based on the suggestions of the ministers. There are also some technical aspects here. I will study everything and raise this issue in the next cabinet meeting. I am not worried even if other projects are delayed, the CM has directed me to complete the Yettinahole project on priority", DK Shivakumar told reporters on Saturday.

In September last year, the first stage of the Yettinahole project was inaugurated by Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on the occasion of the Gowri festival.

In August 2024, the Karnataka Deputy CM said he considered the Yettinahole as an "ambitious" project and had stated that the project is 252.87 km long, of which 164 km of work is complete.

"Yettinahole is an ambitious project. I flagged off the experimental operation today. The work is now complete, albeit with a delay of a few months."

"Five of the eight barrages (viyars) are complete. About 1,500 cusecs of water have been lifted in the experimental operation. It will be inaugurated by the Chief Minister before the water levels drop. I came to see in person the completion of works," he said.

"The project is 252.87 km long, of which 164 km of work is complete. Works on the 25.87-km canal are in progress. The works after 42nd km were affected due to a forest land acquisition issue, and hence it has been planned to supply water to Vani Vilas Sagar through an escape canal", he said.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Finally some good news for Kolar! Water scarcity has been a major issue for farmers here. Hope they stick to the 2027 deadline. The government should also ensure minimal environmental impact while executing this project. Jai Karnataka! 💧
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Priya M.
While the project is ambitious, I'm concerned about the forest land acquisition. Western Ghats are ecologically sensitive. The government must ensure proper environmental assessments are done before proceeding further. Development shouldn't come at nature's cost.
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Suresh V.
Good to see infrastructure projects getting priority. But why only Kolar? Many districts in North Karnataka are also facing severe water problems. Government should think about balanced regional development across all drought-prone areas.
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Ananya R.
As someone from Kolar, I'm cautiously optimistic. We've heard many promises before. Hope this time it's different. The project will change lives if implemented properly. Just don't make it another election gimmick! 🤞
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Vikram J.
The project seems well-planned with 164km already complete. But transparency in spending public money is crucial. Hope they'll regularly update citizens about progress and expenditures. Corruption has derailed many such projects in the past.
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Meena P.
Water projects like these are the need of the hour with climate change affecting rainfall patterns. But what about water conservation? We need parallel initiatives for rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge. Both are important!

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