Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Unveils Rs 23,251.66 Crore Drinking Water Project

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated the Rs 23,251.66 crore Yettinahole Integrated Drinking Water Project, ensuring its completion by his government's term. The project aims to supply 24.01 TMC of water to seven districts, benefiting millions. Siddaramaiah emphasized transparent execution and addressing water shortages efficiently.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday inaugurated the first phase of the ambitious Rs 23,251.66 crore Yettinahole Integrated Drinking Water Project in Hebbanahalli, Sakleshapur taluk.

He assured the public of the project's completion within his government's term and highlighted that the second phase is earmarked for completion by 2026-27, ensuring a reliable water supply to districts including Kolar, Chikkaballapur, and Bengaluru Rural.

Siddaramaiah stressed that although the project was conceptualized by the previous BJP administration, his government managed the groundbreaking ceremony, fund release, and tender processes. Reaffirming the project's timely completion, he noted that 24.01 TMC of water would be distributed across seven districts, addressing critical drinking water and irrigation needs.

(With inputs from agencies.)