BRS Leader Critiques Revanth Reddy's Maharashtra Visit on Tummidihatti Barrage
BRS General Secretary Jeevan Reddy claims no progress was made during Telangana CM's discussions in Maharashtra.
BRS leader Jeevan Reddy criticizes Revanth Reddy's Maharashtra visit for lack of outcomes.
The meeting focused on the Tummidihatti barrage issue but yielded no new agreements.
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis expressed a willingness to reconsider the barrage height proposal.
On October 27, 2026, T. Jeevan Reddy, General Secretary of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), publicly criticized Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy's recent visit to Maharashtra. Reddy's discussions with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding the Tummidihatti barrage issue were deemed unproductive, with Reddy asserting that both states remain firm on their respective proposals without any progress.
Jeevan Reddy emphasized that the meeting did not introduce any new developments, stating, "CM's visit to Maharashtra was nothing new and no development... Today also, Maharashtra is sticking to their own proposal." He pointed out that despite the discussions, Telangana's demands have not changed, reflecting a stalemate in negotiations over the crucial infrastructure project.
The context of this criticism arises from Revanth Reddy's meeting with Fadnavis at the Sahyadri State Guest House in Mumbai, which included key officials from both states. The agenda centered on the Tummidihatti barrage's construction across the Pranahita River, addressing concerns about its height, water availability, and potential submergence impacts. The Telangana Chief Minister's Office reported that extensive discussions took place, aiming to foster cooperation between the two states.
During the meeting, Revanth Reddy appealed for Maharashtra's collaboration, highlighting the importance of mutual understanding in enhancing the lives of tribal communities in the region. In response, Fadnavis acknowledged the developmental needs of the area and expressed a positive outlook towards revisiting the proposal for increasing the barrage's height, citing his personal ties to Telangana.
Looking ahead, the lack of concrete outcomes from this meeting raises questions about the future of the Tummidihatti barrage project. As both states continue to hold firm on their positions, the next steps in negotiations will be crucial for determining the project's trajectory and addressing the needs of the communities affected by it.
