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Yamuna River Crisis: Jal Shakti Minister's Urgent Water Conservation Plea

The Union Jal Shakti Minister has made an urgent appeal to all states to conserve water. He specifically asked states to spare water for improving flow in the Yamuna river. The meeting focused on implementing three storage projects in the Yamuna basin. Six basin states attended the crucial discussion about river management and pollution reduction.

Key Points: Jal Shakti Minister Urges States to Save Water for Yamuna Flow

  • Minister Patil chairs 9th Upper Yamuna Review Committee meeting in Noida
  • All states asked to adopt water-efficient practices and spare water
  • Three storage projects planned for Yamuna basin implementation
  • Committee notes Haryana-Rajasthan cooperation on water transfer projects
  • Delhi Water Minister Parvesh Verma represents capital at crucial meeting
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Jal Shakti Minister asks States to save water, help improve flow in Yamuna

Union Minister C.R. Patil calls for water conservation and improved Yamuna river flow during Upper Yamuna Review Committee meeting with six basin states.

"These measures will help improve water availability during the lean season as well as in ensuring e-flow and reducing pollution - C.R. Patil"

New Delhi, Nov 28

Union Minister for Jal Shakti C.R. Patil on Friday called upon all states to reduce their consumption by adopting water-efficient practices and spare water to flow in the Yamuna, an official said on Friday.

Chairing the 9th meeting of the Upper Yamuna Review Committee (UYRC) in Noida on Thursday, Patil discussed issues related to ensuring the requisite flow in the river Yamuna for its rejuvenation.

He called upon all states to explore the possibility in a positive manner and asked all partner States to work in the larger interest of the country for the implementation of three storage projects in the Yamuna basin, said a statement.

These measures will help improve water availability during the lean season as well as in ensuring e-flow and reducing pollution, he said.

Delhi was represented at the meeting by Water Minister Parvesh Verma.

Various aspects related to the regulation and management of surface water, like implementation of storage projects in the Yamuna basin, Transfer of Rajasthan's share of Yamuna water, Maintenance of e-Flow in the river Yamuna and Inclusion of a representative of NMCG as a member in UYRB were also discussed during the meeting.

The Committee noted with satisfaction that Haryana and Rajasthan are working together for the implementation of the project for transferring water to water-scarce regions.

The meeting was also attended by Swatantra Dev Singh, Minister (Jal Shakti), Uttar Pradesh; Satpal Ji Maharaj, Minister (Irrigation), Uttarakhand; Suresh Singh Rawat, Minister (Water Resources), Rajasthan and Shruti Choudhry, Minister (Irrigation & Water Resources Department), Haryana.

Senior officers from the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation, CWC, CPCB, CGWB and six basin States, namely, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Delhi, also attended the meeting.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good initiative but implementation is key. We've seen many such meetings before. Need concrete action plans with deadlines. Delhi especially needs to reduce its water wastage.
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Sarah B
As someone living near Yamuna, I've seen the deterioration firsthand. The pollution levels are alarming. Hope these storage projects actually materialize and help maintain ecological flow.
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Arjun K
Yamuna is not just Delhi's river! All basin states must share responsibility. Good to see Haryana and Rajasthan cooperating. Water conservation should start at individual level too 💧
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Michael C
While the intent is good, I'm concerned about the environmental impact of storage projects. We need sustainable solutions that don't harm the river ecosystem further.
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Kavya N
Our rivers are our lifeline! Yamuna revival is crucial for future generations. Hope this committee meeting leads to actual results and not just another photo opportunity 🙏

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