Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu urged AP and Telangana to use surplus Godavari floodwaters, stating it could lead to mutual prosperity. He opened Srisailam gates, performed ‘Jala Harati’, announced interlinking projects and confirmed welfare promises, including free bus travel for women and farmer aid.
The Expert Appraisal Committee has returned Andhra Pradesh’s Polavaram–Banakacherla Link Project proposal, citing legal and environmental concerns. It directed the State to consult the CWC and resolve inter-State issues before seeking clearance for an Environmental Impact Assessment study
