'They Do Politics...': Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar Lashes Out At Tamil Nadu Govt On Mekedatu Dam Issue

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• 'They Do Politics...': Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar Lashes Out At Tamil Nadu Govt On Mekedatu Dam Issue Published By, Last Updated: June 04, 2026, 16:46 IST Karnataka CM DK Shivkumar defends Mekedatu project, says courts rejected Tamil Nadu appeal and DPR is with Centre, also backs free bus passes for all students despite fund concerns Karnataka govt argues that the reservoir is primarily meant to provide drinking water to Bengaluru and surrounding regions while also generating hydroelectric power Launching a scathing attack on the Tamil Nadu government over the Mekedatu Dam issue, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivkumar on Thursday said that “Irrespective of the party, Tamil Nadu will do their politics." “They already went to the SC and asked for a review to be heard, and the court has taken their decision and rejected the appeal.
• let them do their job." He further stated that...