A.P. rejects Telangana’s demand for 50:50 sharing of Krishna waters, stating that such a proposal lacks a legal and hydrological basis. The Andhra Pradesh government conveyed its stand to the Central Water Commission (CWC) during recent discussions on river water allocation.
Officials said the demand ignores established principles of river basin management and past agreements. They clarified that the diversion of surplus water from the Polavaram project will not harm upper riparian States, including Telangana. According to A.P., the surplus flows would otherwise go waste into the sea.
The State urged the CWC to issue clear and enforceable guidelines on Krishna water allocation. Officials said ambiguity in allocations continues to trigger disputes and delays in project planning. A transparent framework, they added, will help all States plan irrigation and drinking water needs more effectively.
A.P. rejects Telangana’s demand for 50:50 sharing of Krishna waters also because the river’s yield varies each year. Fixed percentage-based sharing, officials argued, does not reflect ground realities or seasonal availability.
The State maintained that equitable distribution must consider usage patterns, basin contribution, and existing infrastructure. It called on the Centre to play a proactive role in resolving inter-State water disputes through clarity and consistency.
