Did Tipu Sultan Really Found the KRS Dam? Karnataka Minister’s Claim Ignites Controversy

A recent statement by Karnataka Minister HC Mahadevappa has stirred a significant historical debate. The minister claimed that Tipu Sultan, the 18th-century ruler of Mysore, laid the foundation for the iconic Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) Dam. This assertion has been met with strong opposition and sparked a flurry of discussions across the state.

Historians and Royal Descendant Challenge Minister’s Claim

MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, a descendant of the Mysore royal family, and several prominent historians have swiftly refuted Minister Mahadevappa’s claim. They argue that historical evidence points to a different narrative, suggesting the minister’s statement is a distortion of historical facts. This disagreement has quickly escalated into a political controversy.

Accusations of Political Motivation Fuel the Debate

Critics of the minister’s statement suggest that the claim about Tipu Sultan’s involvement with the KRS Dam is politically motivated. They argue that such assertions are attempts to rewrite history for political gain, further intensifying the ongoing debate. The controversy surrounding the KRS Dam’s origins continues to unfold, with both sides holding firm to their positions.