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Chhattisgarh CM says Mahanadi water dispute to be settled soon
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 20 Sep 2026, 09:00 PM
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The Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh announced that the long‑standing Mahanadi water sharing dispute will be resolved in the near future.
Raipur – The Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh stated that the protracted disagreement over the allocation of Mahanadi river water is expected to be resolved "very soon." The comment was made during a press briefing, where the leader emphasized the government's commitment to finding a mutually acceptable solution for all stakeholders.
The Mahanadi basin, which spans several states, has been the subject of periodic negotiations and legal interventions for years. While details of the forthcoming settlement were not disclosed, the CM assured that the resolution will address the concerns of farmers, industries, and downstream communities.
Officials from the state water resources department were instructed to expedite discussions with counterpart agencies in neighboring states. The announcement is being closely watched by regional leaders, who have long sought a durable arrangement to ensure equitable water distribution.
The statement reflects the state's broader effort to mitigate water‑related tensions and support agricultural productivity ahead of the upcoming monsoon season.
The Mahanadi basin, which spans several states, has been the subject of periodic negotiations and legal interventions for years. While details of the forthcoming settlement were not disclosed, the CM assured that the resolution will address the concerns of farmers, industries, and downstream communities.
Officials from the state water resources department were instructed to expedite discussions with counterpart agencies in neighboring states. The announcement is being closely watched by regional leaders, who have long sought a durable arrangement to ensure equitable water distribution.
The statement reflects the state's broader effort to mitigate water‑related tensions and support agricultural productivity ahead of the upcoming monsoon season.