SC terms Tamil Nadu’s Mekedatu objection ‘premature’
Bench calls plea premature; Karnataka can prepare DPR, Tamil Nadu may object later, water-sharing must continue
By Staff Writer
14 Nov 2025
The SC rejected Tamil Nadu’s plea against Karnataka’s Mekedatu project, terming it ‘premature’. Karnataka can prepare the detailed project report, while Tamil Nadu may challenge later. The court reaffirmed Karnataka must continue supplying Cauvery water as per existing norms.