Source: TH Context: A new scientific paper by CSIR-NIO and INCOIS claims that Karnataka’s diversion of Mahadayi River will have limited ecological impact on Goa, sparking protests by local groups in Goa. About Mahadayi River: What it is? Mahadayi (also called Mandovi or Mhadei) is a rain-fed interstate river known as Goa’s lifeline, vital for …
Mapping Source: TH The Kalasa-Banduri project aims to divert water from the Mahadayi River to meet the drinking water needs of several districts in Karnataka. However, the project has faced opposition from the governments of Goa and Maharashtra, who recently issued a joint statement pledging to fight against Karnataka’s water diversion plans. The Mandovi …
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GS Paper 1: Topics Covered: Post independence consolidation. Context: 60th Goa Liberation Day was celebrated on 19th December, 2021 in commemoration of the Indian armed forces freeing Goa from Portuguese colonial rule. Why is this event significant? Although India attained independence from British rule back in 1947, it would still take Goa – …
