Banakacharla project

The Telangana State Government has convened an all-party meeting involving Members of Parliament from both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha to deliberate on the proposed Banakacharla project by Andhra Pradesh.

• Background:
  Andhra Pradesh has submitted plans to the Central Water Resources Department for constructing the Banakacharla project, which aims to divert 400 TMC ft of Godavari water to the Krishna and Penna basins, serving Rayalaseema, Nellore, and Prakasam districts.
• Telangana’s Concerns:
  • Possible violation of the Godavari Water Disputes Tribunal Award (1980).
  • Contradiction with provisions of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014.
  • Fears of unjust diversion of water away from Telangana’s share.
• Irrigation Minister’s Statement:
  The minister emphasized the need for a united political front from Telangana to safeguard its water rights and challenge the project at the appropriate forums.