Karnataka to proceed with Mekedatu project, assuring Tamil Nadu’s water share while seeking Centre support for infrastructure and clearances. BENGALURU: Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Saturday reiterated its commitment to construct the Mekedatu dam, declaring that the project is a state right. Mekedatu Dam dispute intensifies as Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar hits back at Tamil Nadu Congress' Manickam Tagore, defends the Cauvery dam project and Karnataka's right to build it.