CM Vijay Opens Mettur Dam, Reasserts Tamil Nadu’s Cauvery Rights
What Happened
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay opened the Mettur Dam to release Cauvery water for Samba cultivation and drinking water needs in the Cauvery Delta. Vijay said Cauvery water is Tamil Nadu’s legal right under the Cauvery Tribunal award and the 2018 Supreme Court judgment, adding that the state will continue pursuing its due share through legal and administrative measures.
Key Takeaways
The water release is expected to support farmers across the Cauvery Delta, while Vijay’s strong statement signals that Tamil Nadu remains firm on protecting its water rights amid the continuing Cauvery-sharing dispute.