Supreme Court urges federal action on dam safety, spotlighting concerns over an aging Kerala dam.

The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the federal government's delay in forming the National Committee on Dam Safety, as required by the 2021 Dam Safety Act. This follows a plea about the safety of the 130-year-old Mullaperiyar dam in Kerala, raising concerns for the lives of millions downstream. The court has requested a response from the government and may direct a safety audit of the dam.

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