This case addresses the issue of non-implementation or slow implementation of the inter-linking of river projects. Having recognised the need for inter-linking of rivers in India, the Supreme Court directed the Central Government to constitute a Special Committee for Inter-linking of Rivers which will be responsible for carrying out the inter-linking program. The Supreme Court also entrusted the Committee to take "firm steps and fix a definite timeframe to lay down the guidelines for completion of feasibility reports or other reports and shall ensure the completion of projects so that the benefits accrue within reasonable time and cost".