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MWDT gives last opportunity to Odisha and Chhattisgarh to settle Mahanadi river dispute
The Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal has given Odisha and Chhattisgarh a final deadline to propose a mutual settlement formula by May 2, 2026, the tribunal's next hearing date. If no concrete proposal is submitted, the tribunal is likely to adopt its own formula and deliver a judgement on the Mahanadi water sharing arrangement soon.
Why It Matters
The decision will determine how the Mahanadi's water is allocated between the two states, affecting agriculture, drinking water supply, and regional development.
Timeline
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Tribunal sets May 2, 2026 deadline as last opportunity for settlement
April 22, 2026
The Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal has given Odisha and Chhattisgarh a final opportunity to propose a mutual settlement formula by May 2, 2026, which is the tribunal's next date of hearing. If the states fail to submit a concrete proposal, the MWDT is likely to adopt its own formula and proceed toward a judgement on the river's sharing arrangement.