CM urges PM to expedite Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar river link project
It is a crucial long-term opportunity to augment Tamil Nadu’s surface water resources, Vijay tells Modi
Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister, C. Joseph Vijay, has called upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi to hasten the progress of the Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar river linking project. In a letter addressed to Mr. Modi, the Chief Minister emphasized that this long-term initiative could significantly boost the state's surface water resources, which are crucial for meeting the increasing demands of drinking water and irrigation, particularly in the southern districts of Tamil Nadu.
The National Water Development Agency (NWDA) has already prepared a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Godavari-Pennar-Palar-Vellar link as the initial phase of the project, but the Chief Minister contends that the alignment should terminate at the Cauvery River. He urged the Union Government to grant this project the status of a 'National Project' for swift execution.
Additionally, the Chief Minister proposed the establishment of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), involving the Central Government and the concerned states, to complete the project within a defined timeframe. In a separate letter to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Vijay highlighted the arrest of 11 Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy and requested immediate intervention to secure their release.
He also advocated for the early resumption of bilateral dialogues through Joint Working Group (JWG) to address the recurring issue of such arrests.
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