Andhra Pradesh clarified that the scheme was designed only to utilise surplus floodwaters that would otherwise flow into the sea, after upper riparian states had already drawn their share.
According to sources, Andhra Pradesh may shelve the Polavaram–Banakacherla proposal and is instead planning to use Polavaram as the offtake point for the Godavari–Cauvery interlink project.
The PPA reiterated that the project lies outside its jurisdiction, and advised the officials to approach the Godavari River Management Board or the Central Water Commission instead on the issue.
However, Andhra Pradesh is proceeding with the PBLP and recently called for tenders for preparation of detailed project reports and obtaining clearances from the Central Water Commission.
Telangana Irrigation Chief Mohd Amjad Hussain urges CWC not to appraise project, citing violation of AP Reorganisation Act, 2014, and Godavari Water Disputes Tribunal Award.
Speaking to the media in Hanamkonda, Uttam said the Revanth Reddy-led Congress government was committed to protecting Telangana’s rightful share in Krishna and Godavari river waters.
