Title: J&K CM’s remark on water sharing unreasonable: Akali Dal leader
The recent statement made by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has sparked a controversy, with Shiromani Akali Dal leader Daljit Singh Cheema terming it as “unreasonable”. Abdullah had stated that he would not share any water with Punjab, a remark that has been met with strong opposition from the Akali Dal leader.
The issue of water sharing between Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab has been a contentious one for a long time. The two states have been at loggerheads over the distribution of river waters, with Punjab seeking a fair share of the water resources. However, the recent statement made by Abdullah has escalated the situation, with Cheema calling it “unreasonable” and ” uncalled for”.
In an interview, Cheema said, “We did not expect him to comment on Punjab, as river water distribution has earlier also been in favour of other states like Rajasthan, Haryana and Delhi.” He added, “Punjab has always been at the receiving end when it comes to water sharing, and we have always been left with a meager share of the water resources.” Cheema further stated that the Akali Dal party would continue to fight for the rights of Punjab and would not back down from its demand for a fair share of the water resources.
The issue of water sharing is not new to the region. The Indus Waters Treaty between India and Pakistan has been a subject of controversy for a long time. The treaty, signed in 1960, allocated the waters of the Indus River and its tributaries between the two countries. However, the treaty has been criticized for being unfair to Pakistan, with many arguing that it has led to a significant imbalance in the distribution of water resources.
The recent statement made by Abdullah has added fuel to the fire, with many in Punjab calling for a stronger stance by the state government. The Akali Dal party has been at the forefront of the movement to fight for the rights of Punjab, and Cheema’s comments have been seen as a strong statement of solidarity with the people of Punjab.
However, not everyone agrees with Cheema’s views. Some have argued that the statement made by Abdullah was a reaction to the recent floods in Kashmir, which have left many parts of the state under water. They argue that the Chief Minister was justified in his statement, and that Punjab has no right to expect a share of the water resources of Jammu and Kashmir.
The issue of water sharing is a complex one, and there are no easy solutions. However, what is clear is that the statement made by Abdullah has added to the tensions between the two states, and has raised concerns about the future of water sharing in the region.
In conclusion, the statement made by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has sparked a controversy, with Shiromani Akali Dal leader Daljit Singh Cheema terming it as “unreasonable”. The issue of water sharing between the two states is a contentious one, and there are no easy solutions. However, what is clear is that the statement made by Abdullah has added to the tensions between the two states, and has raised concerns about the future of water sharing in the region.
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https://x.com/ANI/status/1935953245043933487
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