T’PURAM: Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has stressed the need for a new dam to be constructed at Mullaperiyar.
“Everyone knows the dam is old and hence there is a need for a new dam. The people are concerned about the safety and hence need an amicable solution for this,” he said.
“I have been approached by a section of people who have raised the concerns. I have referred this to the state government about their concerns and apprehensions,” said the governor.
Khan said there is hope in the talks to be held with the Tamil Nadu government on this issue. “An amicable solution is what we need for this. Hence we will have to sit and discuss the issue. Whenever a water dispute arises, the judiciary is also involved,” he said, adding that the courts have to decide on lasting solutions to the water disputes.
