# Kerala Opposes Tamil Nadu Plan to Raise Mullaperiyar Water Level 2026-08-06T06:15:04+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk Kerala Water Resources Minister Mons Joseph said Supreme Court directions on Mullaperiyar dam safety remain unimplemented. He warned that Kerala would approach the court if Tamil Nadu raises the reservoir level beyond 142 feet. Tamil Nadu’s budget announced plans to pursue a higher level at the 131-year-old dam in Idukki district. Joseph said mandated inspections and work to strengthen the Baby Dam were incomplete. Kerala has asked the National Dam Safety Authority to conduct a comprehensive inspection. The issue was discussed by Chief Minister V D Satheesan and state officials. Joseph also said flood preparedness was adequate and water levels were receding in parts of Kerala. ## Coverage - www.hindustantimes.com Tags: src-rss Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/kerala-minister-says-sc-directions-on-mullaperiyar-dam-unimplemented-objects-water-level-hike/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/kerala-minister-says-sc-directions-on-mullaperiyar-dam-unimplemented-objects-water-level-hike/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.