Haryana CM Urges Punjab’s Bhagwant Mann to Prioritize Water Sharing for State’s Needs

By A Staff Reporter

Chandigarh — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has appealed to Punjab’s Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to set aside political differences and take timely action to address the water supply needs of Haryana. In a statement on Tuesday, Saini emphasized the urgency of emptying the Bhakra Dam water reservoir before June to allow for the storage of rainwater during the upcoming monsoon season.

“If there is no space left in the water reservoir, excess water will flow to Pakistan via Hari-ke-Pattan, which is neither in the interest of Punjab nor the nation,” Saini warned. He stressed that such a scenario would waste valuable water resources that could otherwise be used for domestic needs.

Saini further requested Mann to rise above political considerations and prioritize the country’s and the states’ collective interests. “Bhagwant Mann, I request you to rise above narrow perspectives, cooperate for the nation’s interest, and ensure the supply of proper drinking water to Haryana,” Saini urged.

The call for cooperation comes at a time of rising tensions over water-sharing agreements between the two states. Haryana has long faced water scarcity challenges, and the timely management of the Bhakra Dam’s water reserves is critical to meeting the needs of its population, especially during the hot summer months.