In the ongoing debate over water-sharing between Punjab and Haryana, Punjab BJP chief Sunil Kumar Jakhar has called for calm, stating that the issue should have been resolved through discussions. The all-party meeting convened today to address the escalating dispute was marked by Jakhar’s appeal for a practical and peaceful solution.
Jakhar criticized the Punjab government’s approach, asserting, “They (Punjab government) are making a mountain out of a molehill. This issue could have been easily solved through a discussion.” He highlighted the natural seasonal variations, emphasizing that during the dry months from September to May, one state often uses more water, with compensations being made. Jakhar, urging cooperation, suggested that the water-sharing matter should not be politicized at this critical juncture.
“The country is standing at such a point today that such unnecessary tension is inappropriate. I am standing with Punjab, and so is our party,” Jakhar stated. He further appealed to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to set aside political differences and focus on resolving the issue through dialogue. “Both sides have their political compulsions,” he added, acknowledging the political pressures faced by the states but stressing the need for a resolution that benefits everyone.
