Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has called upon the BJP to prioritize the acute water shortage facing the national capital over political agendas. He urged the BJP-led governments in neighboring Haryana and Uttar Pradesh to supply water to Delhi for a month, emphasizing the critical need for cooperation amidst the crisis. Kejriwal’s plea comes as Delhi grapples with a severe water deficit, exacerbated by Haryana’s alleged failure to release Delhi’s designated share of water.
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- Kejriwal implores BJP to direct its Haryana and UP governments to provide water to Delhi for a month, citing the urgency of the situation.
- He dismisses the efficacy of political protests, advocating instead for collaborative efforts to address the water crisis.
- The Delhi government moves the Supreme Court seeking Haryana’s obligation to supply additional water to the capital amidst escalating demand.
- Kejriwal underscores the responsibility of all stakeholders in meeting Delhi’s water needs.
- The city faces heightened water demand amid scorching temperatures, compounded by reduced water supply from neighboring states.
- The AAP government asserts the necessity for Haryana to release extra water, attributing the surge in demand to prevailing heatwave conditions.
- Kejriwal, currently on interim bail, highlights the nationwide water and electricity crises exacerbated by unprecedented heatwaves.
- Despite increased electricity demand, Delhi maintains control over power supply, avoiding power cuts experienced in other regions.
- The Delhi government pledges to approach the Supreme Court to address Haryana’s alleged failure to release Delhi’s designated water share.
- Kejriwal emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts to mitigate the water crisis, stressing the importance of prioritizing public welfare over political maneuvering.
