Telangana Requests Chhattisgarh’s NOC for Proposed Sammakka Sarakka Barrage

The state of Telangana has submitted a request to Chhattisgarh for a No‑Objection Certificate (NOC) concerning the construction of the Sammakka Sarakka barrage. The barrage, named after tribal deities, is part of Telangana's water‑resource development plan aimed at improving irrigation and water supply in the region.

Officials from Telangana's water resources department indicated that securing the NOC is a procedural requirement, as the proposed structure lies close to the inter‑state river boundary. The request underscores the need for cooperative federalism in managing shared water resources.

While the exact timeline for the project remains under discussion, Telangana officials said the barrage could boost agricultural productivity and support local livelihoods once operational. The state awaits Chhattisgarh's response before moving forward with detailed design and construction phases.