The Mekedatu project is a multipurpose project involving the construction of a balancing reservoir near Kanakapura in Ramanagara district, Karnataka.
Mekedatu, meaning goat’s leap, is a deep gorge situated at the confluence of the rivers Cauvery and its tributary Arkavathi.
Its primary objectives are to provide drinking water to Bengaluru and neighboring areas, totaling 4.75 TMC, and generate power.
Benefits of the Project
Meeting the growing demand for drinking water.
Harnessing renewable energy by generating 400 MW of hydroelectric power.
Regulating the flow of water to prevent floods and droughts, benefiting farmers and communities
Opposition By Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu argues that the Mekadatu dam would significantly reduce the water flow downstream, negatively impacting the state's agricultural activities and water supply
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