AAP had neither policy nor intention to clean Yamuna: Delhi CM
The Yamuna River, which flows through the heart of Delhi, has long been a source of concern for the city’s residents. The river’s water quality is notoriously poor, and its banks are often lined with trash and debris. However, it appears that the previous government in Delhi, led by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), may not have done enough to address the issue.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta recently spoke out about the AAP’s lack of effort to clean the Yamuna River. In an interview, Gupta stated that the previous government had “neither policy nor intention” to clean the river. “It is a matter of relief that in the current government, our policies and intentions are clear,” she said.
Gupta’s comments come as the current government in Delhi is working to improve the Yamuna River. The government has implemented a number of initiatives aimed at reducing pollution and improving the river’s water quality. These efforts include the installation of sewage treatment plants, the creation of green corridors along the riverbanks, and the implementation of a waste management system.
The AAP government, which was in power from 2013 to 2017, was criticized for its lack of progress on the issue of river pollution. Despite making promises to clean up the Yamuna, the government failed to deliver on its commitments. The river’s water quality continued to decline, and the city’s residents were left to suffer the consequences.
Gupta’s comments are a stark contrast to those of the AAP’s previous leaders. In 2014, then-Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia had promised to make the Yamuna River “clean and pollution-free” within a year. However, the government failed to meet this goal, and the river continued to suffer from poor water quality and pollution.
The lack of progress on the Yamuna River is not the only issue that has plagued the AAP government. The party has also been criticized for its handling of other environmental issues, including air and water pollution, and the lack of transparency in its decision-making process.
Despite these challenges, Gupta is optimistic about the potential for the current government to make a positive impact on the Yamuna River. “We are working on multiple levels to improve the Yamuna River,” she said. “Our policies and intentions are clear, and we are committed to making a positive change.”
The government’s efforts to improve the Yamuna River are already underway. The city’s residents are seeing the installation of sewage treatment plants, which will help to reduce the amount of pollution in the river. The government is also working to create green corridors along the riverbanks, which will help to reduce the impact of pollution on the river’s ecosystem.
In addition to these initiatives, the government is also working to improve the city’s waste management system. The city’s residents are being encouraged to segregate their waste at the source, and the government is working to increase the amount of recycling and composting that takes place.
The government’s efforts to improve the Yamuna River are not without their challenges. The river’s water quality is notoriously difficult to improve, and the government will need to work closely with local residents and businesses to achieve its goals.
However, Gupta is confident that the government can make a positive impact on the Yamuna River. “We are committed to making a positive change,” she said. “We will work tirelessly to improve the Yamuna River and make it a source of pride for the city’s residents.”
In conclusion, the AAP government’s lack of effort to clean the Yamuna River is a major concern for the city’s residents. The government’s failure to deliver on its promises has led to a decline in the river’s water quality and a decrease in the city’s environmental health.
However, the current government is working to improve the Yamuna River, and its efforts are already underway. The government’s policies and intentions are clear, and it is committed to making a positive change.
The city’s residents are hopeful that the government will be able to make a positive impact on the Yamuna River. They are encouraging the government to continue its efforts to improve the river’s water quality and reduce pollution.
Ultimately, the success of the government’s efforts will depend on its ability to work closely with local residents and businesses to achieve its goals. With the right policies and intentions, the government can make a positive change and restore the Yamuna River to its former glory.
