Centre not granting environmental clearance to Mahadayi project: Karnataka CM

He said that calling an all-party meeting is only a small part of the solution, and that for the Mahadayi project to move forward, the central government must grant environmental clearance.

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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday accused the Centre of withholding environmental clearance for the Mahadayi river project, which he said is crucial to resolving the water crisis in North Karnataka region, particularly in the twin cities of Hubballi and Dharwad.

Speaking to reporters here, Siddaramaiah attacked Union Minister for Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi, who represents the Dharwad constituency, alleging that the BJP leader has "failed" to take any steps to ensure the project's completion.