12) Mullaperiyar Dam Flashcards
1
Q
Where is it located ?
A
Kerala
2
Q
Rivers ?
A
Confluence of Mullayar and Periyar rivers of Kerala
3
Q
Why is it in news ?
A
Rising water levels due to heavy rains
4
Q
What is interesting about this dam ?
A
It is maintained by Tamil Nadu !!
5
Q
Why ?
A
Kerala has given it as Lease to TN since 1886 for 999yrs. TN has been permitted to generate power from this dam too
