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Punjab & Haryana CMs Hold Positive Talks on SYL Canal, Stress Brotherhood

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann described talks with Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on the Sutlej-Yamuna Link canal issue as positive, stressing a fraternal relationship between the states. Both leaders agreed that officials from both sides will meet frequently to work towards a swift resolution. The meeting was held in Chandigarh following directions from the Supreme Court, which has urged the states to resolve the long-pending dispute. The SYL canal project aims to ensure fair sharing of Ravi and Beas river waters between Punjab and Haryana.

Key Points: Punjab, Haryana CMs Hold Positive SYL Canal Talks | Supreme Court

  • Positive talks on SYL canal
  • Regular official meetings planned
  • Solution sought without compromising rights
  • Supreme Court-directed dialogue
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"Haryana is not our enemy, but a brother": Punjab CM stresses "meaningful talks" with CM Nayab Saini over SYL Canal issue

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann says "Haryana is not our enemy but a brother" after positive talks with Haryana CM Nayab Saini on the SYL canal water dispute.

"Haryana is not our enemy, but a brother. - Bhagwant Mann"

Chandigarh, January 27

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday said that talks with Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini on the Sutlej-Yamuna Link canal issue were positive.

He added that 'Haryana is not our enemy but a brother', and that officials from both sides will meet regularly to find a solution soon.

While addressing a press conference, CM Mann said, "The talks were held in a positive atmosphere. This issue has been pending for a long time. Haryana is not our enemy, but a brother. It has been decided today that officials from both sides will meet very frequently. We also want a solution to be arrived at soon without compromising on the rights of both states."

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said talks with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann were held in a positive atmosphere, and discussions will now continue at the level of officials from both states.

"Meaningful talks were held in a positive atmosphere today. We have decided that the talks will be taken forward on the level of the officers from both states," Saini said.

A joint meeting of Punjab and Haryana was held in Chandigarh to discuss the long-pending Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal issue.

The meeting was held as per the directions of the Supreme Court, which had asked both states to try and resolve the matter through dialogue.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann attended the meeting. Haryana Cabinet Minister Shruti Choudhary and Punjab Cabinet Minister Barinder Goyal are also present, along with several senior administrative officials from both states.

Last year in May, the Supreme Court asked both states to work together with the Centre to find a mutually acceptable solution to the decades-old canal dispute.

The SYL canal was planned to ensure fair and efficient sharing of the Ravi and Beas river waters between Punjab and Haryana.

The project plans a 214-kilometre-long canal, with 122 kilometres to be built in Punjab and the remaining 92 kilometres in Haryana.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Positive talks are good, but actions matter more. We've heard this "brotherly" talk before, but the canal remains unfinished. Farmers in both states are anxious. I hope this time there's a concrete timeline and transparent process. The Supreme Court's nudge seems to be working.
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Vikram M
Finally some sense! Water is a lifeline for our agrarian economy. Constant fighting only benefits politicians. Let technical experts and irrigation officials decide a fair solution based on current water availability and future needs. Bhai-chara should win.
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Rohit P
Respectfully, while the tone is good, Punjab's stance on water-sharing is based on genuine fear for its farmers. The state's water table is falling. Any solution cannot just be about dividing water; it must include joint projects for water conservation and efficient usage. Hope the officials keep this in mind.
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Priya S
Good move. Chandigarh is the perfect place for such talks as the shared capital. Hope they find a middle path soon. Our families have roots in both states, and it's painful to see this dispute linger. More power to dialogue! 🙏
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Michael C
As an observer, it's encouraging to see Indian states working to resolve internal disputes through dialogue, especially with the Supreme Court facilitating. This sets a good example for cooperative federalism. The focus on officials meeting frequently is key to making real progress.

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