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India Plans to Stop J&K Water Flow to Pakistan, Use Surplus Domestically

Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced that strategies are being formulated to stop the flow of water from Jammu and Kashmir to Pakistan. He stated the surplus water would be utilized within India for states like Haryana, Rajasthan, or within J&K itself. Singh also announced the establishment of India's largest Homeopathy College in Kathua to strengthen regional medical education. The minister addressed public grievances at a 'darbar' and commented on a controversy regarding admissions at a medical college linked to the Vaishno Devi shrine.

Key Points: India to Stop J&K Water Flow to Pakistan, Says Minister

  • Stop water flow to Pakistan
  • Use surplus for Indian states
  • Largest Homeopathy College in Kathua
  • Addresses shrine college admission row
  • Public darbar for civic issues
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Work underway to stop flow of J&K water to Pakistan: MoS Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Jitendra Singh announces work to stop water flow from Jammu & Kashmir to Pakistan, aiming to use surplus for Indian states.

Work underway to stop flow of J&K water to Pakistan: MoS Jitendra Singh
"We will use the extra water for states like Haryana, Rajasthan or within Jammu and Kashmir itself, but we will not allow it to flow to Pakistan. - Jitendra Singh"

Jammu, Jan 4

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, said on Sunday that efforts are underway to stop the flow of water from Jammu and Kashmir to Pakistan.

MoS Singh addressed a public 'Darbar' in Kathua while answering queries from reporters.

About the controversy raised by right-wing Hindu activists about the admission of non-Hindus to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College, the Union Minister said that the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha must have already settled the issue as he is competent to do so as the head the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine trust.

Answering a query on water management, MoS Singh said that strategies are being formulated to stop the flow of water from Jammu and Kashmir to Pakistan.

He added that the Union government intends to utilise the surplus water within India.

"We will use the extra water for states like Haryana, Rajasthan or within Jammu and Kashmir itself, but we will not allow it to flow to Pakistan. Work in this direction is in progress," he said.

The Union Minister also announced that India's largest Homeopathy College will be established in Kathua.

He said the upcoming institution will strengthen medical education infrastructure in the region and create new opportunities for students.

The public darbar witnessed participation from locals who raised various civic and developmental issues, while officials concerned were directed to take note of the grievances.

Union Minister Singh is also the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP from Kathua-Udhampur seat.

He hails from the Jammu district and was elected from this constituency for the 18th Lok Sabha.

He won the Lok Sabha election for the third time from Kathua-Udhampur Lok Sabha constituency in 2024.

In 2008, he was appointed spokesperson of the Shri Amarnathji Sangharsh Samiti, an umbrella organisation of right-wing parties during the Amarnath land transfer agitation.

During his stint with the organisation, he took premature retirement as a professor from Government Medical College Jammu to join the BJP in 2012.

- IANS

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Priya S
While water management is important, I hope the focus remains on equitable distribution within J&K first. Our own farmers in Kathua and Udhampur face irrigation issues. The surplus should benefit locals before being sent to other states.
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Rohit P
Good to see announcements about the Homeopathy college as well. Development in education and healthcare is what will truly change the region. Stopping water flow is a strategic move, but let's not forget the daily needs of the people.
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Sarah B
As an observer, I find the mix of topics here interesting – from water rights to medical college admissions. It shows how interconnected governance issues are in sensitive regions. Hope the water strategy is environmentally sound.
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Vikram M
Finally! The Indus Water Treaty needs a serious review. Why should we let our resources flow to a country that sponsors terrorism against us? Every project for water retention and hydropower in J&K should be fast-tracked.
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Karthik V
With respect, I have to ask: is this more about politics and headlines than actual water management? We hear these announcements often. I'll believe it when I see concrete dams and canals being built, not just statements at a darbar.
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Meera T
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