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The Mullaperiyar Dam authorities raised three shutters (R1 to R3) by 75 centimetres at 9 am on Saturday, releasing 1,063 cusecs of water.

The panel found that the dam was robust enough to withstand even seismic activity and ruled out the need for a new dam, stating that it could safely store water up to 152 feet.

The top court suggested that the matter be examined by an expert body to assess safety aspects and the feasibility of constructing a new structure.

The district administration has opened 20 relief camps to evacuate 3,220 people settled in Periyar, Manjumala and other areas.

The apex court considered passing an order for a safety audit of the dam by an expert panel to allay any fears surrounding the British-era dam, which is situated in Kerala but controlled by Tamil Nadu ...

He also said the TN government will take every measure to keep the dam safe and will not give a “single piece of earth” in Mullaperiyar to Kerala.