Kerala Minister says SC directions on Mullaperiyar dam unimplemented, objects to any water level hike by T.N.
Kerala's Water Resources Minister Mons Joseph has warned that the state will challenge Tamil Nadu in the Supreme Court if they attempt to raise the Mullaperiyar dam's water level beyond 142 feet. Kerala maintains that safety inspections mandated by the Supreme Court have not been completed, raising concerns about the dam's structural integrity.
Kerala Water Resources Minister Mons Joseph on Thursday (August 6, 2026) said key directions issued by the Supreme Court on the safety of the Mullaperiyar dam have not been complied with and warned that Kerala would approach the apex court if Tamil Nadu proceeded with its reported move to raise the reservoir’s water level beyond 142 feet.
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