The Prime Minister has written to the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Ms J. Jayalalithaa replying to her letters on the Mullaperiyar Dam issue.

The text of the Prime Minister's letter is as follows:

"I have received your letter of 29th November, 2011 as well as your earlier letter on the Mullaperiyar Dam issue.

I have made a note of the points raised by you and also heard the issues raised by a delegation of Ministers from the Government of Kerala. I have pointed out to them that the matter is currently before the Supreme Court Empowered Committee. I believe that nothing should be said or done to create undue alarm among the people. I am sure that, given goodwill on both sides, an amicable and mutually acceptable solution can be found through a process of dialogue and communication. I have accordingly advised the Ministry of Water Resources to arrange an early meeting between the officials of the two sides to sort out outstanding issues and allay genuine concerns.

I look forward to you cooperation in this matter."