GUNTUR, India – Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu addressed the attendees of the 3rd World Telugu Conference held in Guntur on the critical issue of water sharing and river interlinking between Telugu states. In his speech, Mr. Naidu emphasized that political differences should not escalate tensions, but rather foster collaboration, especially when it comes to issues regarding natural resources such as rivers like the Krishna and Godavari.
The Chief Minister highlighted that significant amounts of water from these rivers are going unused and flowing into the sea every year, underscoring the need for effective measures to prevent this waste. He advocated for the implementation of river interlinking projects like Polavaram and Krishna-Godavari to harness this abundant resource more efficiently and ensure its equitable distribution among the Telugu states.
In the context of India’s ongoing efforts towards regional integration, Mr. Naidu’s call for unity on water issues between the Telugu states serves as an important step in fostering collaboration and cooperation between the various Indian states. The Chief Minister’s remarks at the World Telugu Conference reiterate his commitment to addressing critical issues affecting the region and his vision for a unified approach towards managing natural resources for the benefit of all.
