Earlier, Andhra Pradesh had planned the Polavaram-Banakacherla Link Project with an estimated cost of Rs 80,000 crore. Telangana strongly opposed this plan, stating it would harm state interests. The government resolved not to release any portion of its Godavari share. Legal and administrative measures were initiated to block the project. Meetings with central ministers and MPs were conducted to convey objections.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar personally met Union Minister CR Patil in Delhi. They also briefed party MLAs with a detailed presentation, highlighting the project’s potential violations. The Centre subsequently rejected Andhra Pradesh’s environmental clearance applications for the original project.

Despite previous cancellations, Andhra Pradesh renamed the project and revived it as Polavaram-Nallamala Link Project. Tenders have been invited for DPR preparation, prompting Telangana to prepare countermeasures. The state has affirmed it will prevent the project from proceeding under any circumstances.

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Collector Sheik Abdul Rahman opened the flow and ensured that farmers receive steady water throughout the season. The State government approved water supply for 2,200 acres in 11 Villupuram villages and 1,000 acres in five Puducherry villages.

Officials fixed the flow at a maximum of 53 cusecs. The release will continue for 135 days, giving farmers a dependable water source for paddy, sugarcane, and other seasonal crops. The administration wants to help farmers begin cultivation on time and improve yield quality.

Farmers in both regions welcomed the move. Many said timely water supply will reduce crop stress and help them plan for better harvests. Local authorities will monitor the flow and ensure villages receive equitable distribution.

With this cycle now underway, the irrigation plan is expected to boost agricultural output and strengthen rural livelihoods in Villupuram and Puducherry.

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Under expert guidance, the government has approved a helicopter-based VTEM plus magnetic geophysical survey led by scientists from the National Geophysical Research Institute. A 24-meter transmitter loop attached to the helicopter will scan the tunnel route, sending electromagnetic signals up to 1,000 meters deep. This advanced method will help detect cracks or trapped water zones, ensuring faster and safer excavation.

To enhance technical supervision, the state has appointed Lt. Gen. Harpal Singh (Retd) as chief advisor and Col. Parikshit Mehra as tunneling expert. Once completed, the project will transport water by gravity, saving the government over ₹500 crore in annual electricity costs.

The 43.93 km tunnel, part of the Elimnati Madhava Reddy Project, aims to provide irrigation to 3 lakh acres and safe drinking water to fluoride-affected villages. Completion is targeted for mid-2028.

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State authorities had recently written to the CBI requesting a detailed inquiry, citing concerns over procedural lapses and financial discrepancies. The preliminary investigation will assess the available evidence and determine whether a formal FIR should be registered for further action.

Officials stated that the probe aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the project’s execution, which has been a major irrigation initiative in Telangana. The CBI’s involvement reflects the seriousness of the allegations and the government’s commitment to addressing potential misuse of public funds and resources.

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The state government has urged that the inquiry cover not only the project’s construction lapses but also associated inter-state matters and activities of the Kaleshwaram Irrigation Development Corporation. This move aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the execution of the massive irrigation initiative.

Additionally, the government has indicated plans to revoke the previous administration’s government order that restricted CBI involvement in the matter. Officials suggest that a new circular enabling the investigation could be issued imminently. The decision underscores Telangana’s commitment to probing alleged corruption and safeguarding public resources in the Kaleshwaram project.

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The move is expected to trigger intense debate between the ruling Congress and the opposition BRS. Political observers predict sharp exchanges as both parties prepare to defend their positions on the controversial project. The session is likely to become a battleground over corruption charges and accountability.

Meanwhile, former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao and ex-minister Harish Rao have petitioned the High Court to quash the Chandraghosh report. On Friday, the bench heard arguments from both sides. The state government assured the court that decisions will follow only after Assembly discussions.

The High Court directed the government to withdraw the report if it had been uploaded online and to file a detailed counter within three weeks. It also declined to grant interim relief and adjourned the matter for five weeks.

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