- A dispute has arisen between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu regarding the Mekedatu dam project, which has been ongoing since June 1, 2026.
- The ongoing dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu regarding the Mekedatu Dam project has seen advocacy for state rights and federalism.
The Tamil Nadu government challenged the Mekedatu/Expressway project in the Supreme Court, citing the blocking of traditional wildlife corridors.
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Updated Jun 30
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What happened
The Tamil Nadu government challenged the Mekedatu/Expressway project in the Supreme Court, citing the blocking of traditional wildlife corridors.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Tamil Nadu
state of India
- The Salem City Municipal Corporation is managing the local body's water supply infrastructure and has been contracted for a 25-year revamp.
- The government of Tamil Nadu is facing operational challenges in its core utility sector, including outsourcing essential functions to private agencies and failing to fill over 8,000 vacant meter reader posts.
Related events
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- Tamil Nadu seeks approval from the High Court to allow the use of Tamil in court proceedings, following a prior decline by the Supreme Court.
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