Technical Committee on Telangana-Andhra Water Issues

On 16th July 2025, the Centre announced the formation of a high-level technical committee to address inter-state water disputes, particularly the Polavaram Banakacherla Link Project (PBLP), between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

Key Points

Committee Formation: A joint technical committee of senior officials and experts from both states and the Centre will examine pending water-sharing concerns.
Objective: The committee will recommend equitable, technically viable solutions to ensure efficient water sharing and dispute resolution.
Telemetry Installation: Both states agreed to install telemetry devices for real-time monitoring of Krishna Basin water flows.
Srisailam Dam Maintenance: Immediate steps will be taken to resolve maintenance issues and protect infrastructure at the dam.
Board Relocation: The Krishna River Management Board will be relocated to Vijayawada or Amaravati for better administrative coordination.
Collaborative Approach: The committee’s work will emphasize cooperation between the states to address concerns through transparent and scientific assessment.