Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, alongside Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, officially launched the ambitious Cauvery Phase V project on Wednesday, aimed at improving drinking water supply to 110 villages under the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) jurisdiction. The inauguration took place at the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board’s (BWSSB) water purification plant in Torekadanahalli, Malavalli taluk.The Chief Minister symbolically dedicated the water supply to “Mother Cauvery,” marking the occasion as a significant milestone in the city’s efforts to meet its water demands. He emphasized the importance of the project in addressing Bengaluru’s water needs, especially in fast-growing urban and semi-urban areas.
The Rs 4,336 crore project, undertaken with financial assistance from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), aims to provide reliable drinking water to the city’s expanding population. To commemorate the launch, both the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister planted saplings on the premises of the water purification unit, symbolizing a commitment to sustainable development.
The initiative is expected to alleviate water shortages and improve living standards across the BBMP region, contributing to the long-term sustainability of Bengaluru’s water infrastructure.
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Oppn alleges Cong taking credit for Cauvery Project
Leader of Opposition R. Ashoka accused the Congress of taking undue credit for the Cauvery Phase V water project, inaugurated to supply drinking water to 110 BBMP villages. He claimed the project was initiated by the BJP, with significant progress made under former CM B.S. Yeddyurappa, who had signed a Rs 5,500 crore agreement in 2018. Ashoka alleged that 80% of the work was already completed by the BJP, and that Congress was claiming credit for a nearly finished project.
He also criticized Congress for withdrawing previously allocated infrastructure funds for Bengaluru and failing to act on rain damage in areas like Bellandur. Ashoka challenged the government to compare funding allocations to Bengaluru by the BJP versus Congress and accused Rahul Gandhi of damaging India’s reputation abroad. He urged Congress to stop blaming EVMs for electoral losses and accept results.
