Karnataka Seeks Centre's Approval to Raise Almatti Dam Amid Andhra Pradesh Objections

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar urged the state's MPs to pressure the Centre to approve raising the Almatti dam height from 519.6 to 524.26 meters, facilitating the Upper Krishna Project's third phase. Andhra Pradesh opposes the proposal, citing ongoing Supreme Court consideration and requesting the Centre not to issue a Gazette notification or allow land acquisition. Karnataka cites a 2010 tribunal order permitting increased water usage and plans significant investment, while calling for joint state decisions and Centre intervention.