Stalin’s remarks over CM Vijay’s ‘inaction’ on Cauvery water, Mekedatu contradict facts: Minister Aadhav Arjuna
Tamil Nadu Minister Aadhav Arjuna has dismissed allegations from DMK president M.K. Stalin regarding the state government's handling of the Cauvery water dispute and the Mekedatu dam project. Arjuna defended Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s efforts, citing formal meetings with the Prime Minister and legal actions taken to protect the state's water rights.
Why it matters
The Cauvery water dispute is a long-standing political and environmental issue that directly impacts the livelihoods of farmers and regional stability in Southern India.
Tamil Nadu Minister for Public Works and Sports Development Aadhav Arjuna, on Sunday (July 26, 2026), said the questions raised by DMK president M.K. Stalin , alleging that Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay had not taken any measures to secure the State’s share of Cauvery water and opposing the Karnataka government’s proposal to construct a balancing reservoir across the Cauvery at Mekedatu, were “contrary to facts.”
In a statement, Mr. Arjuna said the State government was resolved to protect the livelihood of farmers in the Cauvery delta, ensure the State’s drinking water security and safeguard Tamil Nadu’s legal rights over Cauvery waters.
Recalling Mr. Vijay’s meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on May 27, the Minister said Mr. Vijay had submitted a memorandum explaining Tamil Nadu’s stand on the Cauvery water-sharing issue, the Karnataka government’s proposed Mekedatu project and its impact on delta farmers.
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