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National Herald Highlights Nuisance Caused by Mullaperiyar Dam
✍️ National Herald
🗓 30 Aug 2026, 06:33 PM
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The National Herald reports on the nuisance caused by the Mullaperiyar dam, raising concerns over its safety and impact on downstream communities.
The National Herald published an article titled "Mullaperiyar: Dam nuisance" that focuses on the ongoing concerns surrounding the Mullaperiyar dam.
The dam, situated in the Idukki district of Kerala and owned by the state of Tamil Nadu, has long been a point of contention between the two states.
In its coverage, the newspaper highlights the nuisance caused by the dam, citing issues such as water seepage, structural wear, and the potential risk to downstream villages.
While the report does not detail specific incidents, it underscores the need for renewed safety inspections and constructive dialogue between state governments to address the concerns.
The dam, situated in the Idukki district of Kerala and owned by the state of Tamil Nadu, has long been a point of contention between the two states.
In its coverage, the newspaper highlights the nuisance caused by the dam, citing issues such as water seepage, structural wear, and the potential risk to downstream villages.
While the report does not detail specific incidents, it underscores the need for renewed safety inspections and constructive dialogue between state governments to address the concerns.