DMK seeks adjournment motion on Cauvery dispute
The DMK party has formally requested an adjournment motion in the legislative assembly to discuss the ongoing Cauvery water dispute. Opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin initiated the request to prioritize this critical regional issue after the Question Hour.
Why it matters
The Cauvery water dispute is a long-standing and sensitive political issue that significantly impacts agricultural and political stability in Southern India.
Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday (August 6, 2026) said the DMK had submitted a request to Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar seeking to adjourn the House proceedings after Question Hour to hold a discussion on the Cauvery water dispute.
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