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The Print
7 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
Utilise Chenab river water, shelve SYL canal issue: Punjab CM to Centre
The Punjab chief minister said in the last meeting held on July 9, the Union government informed that the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan has been suspended and it opens up an opportunity for India to utilise water from the Chenab River, one of the western rivers earlier given to Pakistan under the treaty. Mann participated in a meeting called by Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil in Delhi over the SYL canal issue, in which Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was also present. Chandigarh, Aug 5 (PTI) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday urged the Centre to utilise the waters of the Chenab River to resolve the water-sharing dispute between his state and Haryana and sought the scrapping of the Sutlej Yamuna Link (SYL) canal project. An official statement quoting Mann said the Centre should now divert Chenab's waters to Indian dams like Ranjit Sagar, Pong, or Bhakra, adding that to carry this extra water, new canals and infrastructure would be required, which would be built in Punjab. Mann said these canals and infrastructure can be first used to meet the needs of the state, and after Punjab's requirements are met, the water can be supplied to Haryana and Rajasthan through the same canal system. He said using Chenab water will reduce Punjab's dependence on groundwater, revive surface irrigation and support the farming community, which is the backbone of the state's economy, besides saving groundwater of the state for future generations. Punjab, which is currently facing groundwater depletion, must be prioritised in any future strategies for the usage, diversion, or allocation of these river waters, he said. Mann also said the waters of the western rivers should be allocated to Punjab on a priority basis, adding that new storage dams upstream of existing Bhakra and Pong in Himachal Pradesh should be constructed, which will significantly enhance the storage and regulation of western river waters. Seeking the shelving of the SYL project, Mann unequivocally said that the Sharda-Yamuna Link for transfer of surplus Sharda River water to the Yamuna River and diversion of Chenab water to Beas River through the Rohtang tunnel should be done to eliminate the need for the SYL canal. He said the long-conceived project of Sharda-Yamuna Link should be taken up on priority and surplus water be transferred to the Yamuna River at a suitable location. Mann said the additional water available could offset the balance water requirement of Haryana from the Ravi-Beas system, apart from addressing the ever-growing drinking water requirement of Delhi and the availability of the Yamuna water to Rajasthan. Batting for the Yamuna-Sutlej Link (YSL) canal, he said that the memorandum of understanding of May 12, 1994, of allocation of Yamuna waters between Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan is to be reviewed after 2025. Therefore, Punjab should be included as a partner state in the allocation of Yamuna waters, and 60 per cent of the surplus water of the Yamuna River should be considered for the state, he said. Haryana has enough scope to get additional water from other sources, which also needs to be accounted for, said Mann. He said that Haryana is also receiving 2.703 million acre-feet (MAF) of water from the Ghaggar River, Tangri Nadi, Markanda River, Saraswati Nadi, Chautang-Rakshi, Nai Nalah, Sahibi Nadi, Krishna Dhuan, and Landoha Nalah, which has not been accounted for so far when deciding the water allocations between the states. Mann reiterated that the SYL canal is an 'emotive issue' for Punjab and its construction could trigger 'serious' law and order challenges in the state and escalate into a national crisis, with neighbouring Haryana and Rajasthan also feeling the impact. The total water requirement of Punjab is 52 MAF, and water available with the state of Punjab is only 26.75 MAF (surface water from three rivers, 12.46 MAF, and groundwater 14.29 MAF), said Mann. Talking to reporters in the national capital after the meeting, Saini said a significant step forward was made on the ongoing dialogue over water-sharing between Haryana and Punjab. The talks were held in a cordial and cooperative atmosphere. The issue has been under discussion for a long time, and earlier deliberations held on July 9 had already indicated a positive shift, he said. This time, we have moved a step further. The discussions were held in an even more constructive environment, Saini added. Saini asserted that Haryana will present its case in a 'positive and solution-oriented' manner before the Supreme Court on August 13 and expressed confidence that a fair and favourable resolution will be achieved. PTI CHS SUN VSD RHL This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
SYL talks: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann floats Chenab plan to resolve water dispute
Chandigarh: Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday urged the Centre to duly utilise water of the Chenab to resolve the long-pending water dispute between Punjab and Haryana by shelving the Satluj Yamuna Link (SYL) issue. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now After attending a meeting of Punjab and Haryana CMs called by Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Paatil over the SYL issue, Mann said that during the last meeting held on July 9, the Centre said that the with Pakistan had been suspended. This opens up a major opportunity for India to utilise water from the Chenab river, one of the western rivers earlier given to Pakistan under the treaty. Mann said the Centre should now divert Chenab's water to Indian dams like Ranjit Sagar, Pong, or Bhakra. To carry this extra water, new canals and infrastructure could be built in Punjab, he suggested. Mann said that such canals and infrastructure could be first used to meet the needs of Punjab, after which the water could be supplied to Haryana and Rajasthan through the same canal system. "Using Chenab water will reduce Punjab's dependence on groundwater, revive surface irrigation, and support the farming community. Waters of the western rivers should be allocated to Punjab on a priority basis," he said, adding that new storage dams upstream of existing Bhakra and Pong Dams in Himachal Pradesh should be constructed to significantly enhance the storage and regulation of western river waters. Batting for the shelving of the SYL canal issue, Mann said that the Sarda-Yamuna link for the transfer of surplus Sarda water to the Yamuna river and the diversion of Chenab water to the Beas river through the Rohtang tunnel should be done to eliminate the need for the SYL canal. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to him, the long-conceived project of the Sharda-Yamuna Link should be taken up on priority basis, and surplus water should be transferred to the Yamuna river at a suitable location. He said that the additional water made available could offset the balance water requirement of the state of Haryana from the Ravi-Beas system, apart from addressing the ever-growing drinking water requirement of Delhi and the availability of the Yamuna water to Rajasthan. Mann pointed out that the SYL canal was an "emotive issue" over which Punjab could have serious law and order issues, with Haryana and Rajasthan bearing the brunt too. SOME POSITIVE HEADWAY Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann said discussions took place in a good atmosphere. "The Supreme Court had said that if this issue can be resolved through talks, meetings should be held. We hope that some steps could be taken forward. There is no fight between the people of Punjab and Haryana. The issue has been politicised. Both chief ministers and the Jal Shakti Minister held the meeting, and some positivity has emerged from the discussion. A path forward can be created, for which a meeting will be held before the 13th... I hope I was successful in presenting Punjab's perspective, and I hope the Centre will consider it," said Mann. TAKES POT SHOTS AT CENTRE Taking pot-shots at the Centre, CM Mann said he hoped that the decision on the Indus Water Treaty would not be reversed. "I hope that US President Donald Trump doesn't post something on X (formerly Twitter) saying, 'I have revived the Indus Water Treaty.' The treaty should stay suspended as it will help Punjab get more water. Punjab has to use it to grow good and give it to the country." He was speaking to media persons after the Centre's meeting on SYL.
Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Utilise Chenab river water, shelve SYL canal issue: Punjab CM to Centre
Chandigarh, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday urged the Centre to utilise the waters of the Chenab River to resolve the water-sharing dispute between his state and Haryana and sought the scrapping of the Sutlej Yamuna Link canal project. Utilise Chenab river water, shelve SYL canal issue: Punjab CM to Centre Mann participated in a meeting called by Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil in Delhi over the SYL canal issue, in which Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was also present. The Punjab chief minister said in the last meeting held on July 9, the Union government informed that the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan has been suspended and it opens up an opportunity for India to utilise water from the Chenab River, one of the western rivers earlier given to Pakistan under the treaty. An official statement quoting Mann said the Centre should now divert Chenab's waters to Indian dams like Ranjit Sagar, Pong, or Bhakra, adding that to carry this extra water, new canals and infrastructure would be required, which would be built in Punjab. Mann said these canals and infrastructure can be first used to meet the needs of the state, and after Punjab's requirements are met, the water can be supplied to Haryana and Rajasthan through the same canal system. He said using Chenab water will reduce Punjab's dependence on groundwater, revive surface irrigation and support the farming community, which is the backbone of the state's economy, besides saving groundwater of the state for future generations. Punjab, which is currently facing groundwater depletion, must be prioritised in any future strategies for the usage, diversion, or allocation of these river waters, he said. Mann also said the waters of the western rivers should be allocated to Punjab on a priority basis, adding that new storage dams upstream of existing Bhakra and Pong in Himachal Pradesh should be constructed, which will significantly enhance the storage and regulation of western river waters. Seeking the shelving of the SYL project, Mann unequivocally said that the Sharda-Yamuna Link for transfer of surplus Sharda River water to the Yamuna River and diversion of Chenab water to Beas River through the Rohtang tunnel should be done to eliminate the need for the SYL canal. He said the long-conceived project of Sharda-Yamuna Link should be taken up on priority and surplus water be transferred to the Yamuna River at a suitable location. Mann said the additional water available could offset the balance water requirement of Haryana from the Ravi-Beas system, apart from addressing the ever-growing drinking water requirement of Delhi and the availability of the Yamuna water to Rajasthan. Batting for the Yamuna-Sutlej Link canal, he said that the memorandum of understanding of May 12, 1994, of allocation of Yamuna waters between Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan is to be reviewed after 2025. Therefore, Punjab should be included as a partner state in the allocation of Yamuna waters, and 60 per cent of the surplus water of the Yamuna River should be considered for the state, he said. Haryana has enough scope to get additional water from other sources, which also needs to be accounted for, said Mann. He said that Haryana is also receiving 2.703 million acre-feet of water from the Ghaggar River, Tangri Nadi, Markanda River, Saraswati Nadi, Chautang-Rakshi, Nai Nalah, Sahibi Nadi, Krishna Dhuan, and Landoha Nalah, which has not been accounted for so far when deciding the water allocations between the states. Mann reiterated that the SYL canal is an "emotive issue" for Punjab and its construction could trigger "serious" law and order challenges in the state and escalate into a national crisis, with neighbouring Haryana and Rajasthan also feeling the impact. The total water requirement of Punjab is 52 MAF, and water available with the state of Punjab is only 26.75 MAF , said Mann. Talking to reporters in the national capital after the meeting, Saini said a significant step forward was made on the ongoing dialogue over water-sharing between Haryana and Punjab. The talks were held in a cordial and cooperative atmosphere. The issue has been under discussion for a long time, and earlier deliberations held on July 9 had already indicated a positive shift, he said. This time, we have moved a step further. The discussions were held in an even more constructive environment, Saini added. Saini asserted that Haryana will present its case in a "positive and solution-oriented" manner before the Supreme Court on August 13 and expressed confidence that a fair and favourable resolution will be achieved. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
7 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Utilise Chenab river water, shelve SYL canal issue: Punjab CM to Centre
Last Updated: Chandigarh, Aug 5 (PTI) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday urged the Centre to utilise the waters of the Chenab River to resolve the water-sharing dispute between his state and Haryana and sought the scrapping of the Sutlej Yamuna Link (SYL) canal project. Mann participated in a meeting called by Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil in Delhi over the SYL canal issue, in which Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was also present. The Punjab chief minister said in the last meeting held on July 9, the Union government informed that the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan has been suspended and it opens up an opportunity for India to utilise water from the Chenab River, one of the western rivers earlier given to Pakistan under the treaty. An official statement quoting Mann said the Centre should now divert Chenab's waters to Indian dams like Ranjit Sagar, Pong, or Bhakra, adding that to carry this extra water, new canals and infrastructure would be required, which would be built in Punjab. Mann said these canals and infrastructure can be first used to meet the needs of the state, and after Punjab's requirements are met, the water can be supplied to Haryana and Rajasthan through the same canal system. He said using Chenab water will reduce Punjab's dependence on groundwater, revive surface irrigation and support the farming community, which is the backbone of the state's economy, besides saving groundwater of the state for future generations. Punjab, which is currently facing groundwater depletion, must be prioritised in any future strategies for the usage, diversion, or allocation of these river waters, he said. Mann also said the waters of the western rivers should be allocated to Punjab on a priority basis, adding that new storage dams upstream of existing Bhakra and Pong in Himachal Pradesh should be constructed, which will significantly enhance the storage and regulation of western river waters. Seeking the shelving of the SYL project, Mann unequivocally said that the Sharda-Yamuna Link for transfer of surplus Sharda River water to the Yamuna River and diversion of Chenab water to Beas River through the Rohtang tunnel should be done to eliminate the need for the SYL canal. He said the long-conceived project of Sharda-Yamuna Link should be taken up on priority and surplus water be transferred to the Yamuna River at a suitable location. Mann said the additional water available could offset the balance water requirement of Haryana from the Ravi-Beas system, apart from addressing the ever-growing drinking water requirement of Delhi and the availability of the Yamuna water to Rajasthan. Batting for the Yamuna-Sutlej Link (YSL) canal, he said that the memorandum of understanding of May 12, 1994, of allocation of Yamuna waters between Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan is to be reviewed after 2025. Therefore, Punjab should be included as a partner state in the allocation of Yamuna waters, and 60 per cent of the surplus water of the Yamuna River should be considered for the state, he said. Haryana has enough scope to get additional water from other sources, which also needs to be accounted for, said Mann. He said that Haryana is also receiving 2.703 million acre-feet (MAF) of water from the Ghaggar River, Tangri Nadi, Markanda River, Saraswati Nadi, Chautang-Rakshi, Nai Nalah, Sahibi Nadi, Krishna Dhuan, and Landoha Nalah, which has not been accounted for so far when deciding the water allocations between the states. Mann reiterated that the SYL canal is an 'emotive issue" for Punjab and its construction could trigger 'serious" law and order challenges in the state and escalate into a national crisis, with neighbouring Haryana and Rajasthan also feeling the impact. The total water requirement of Punjab is 52 MAF, and water available with the state of Punjab is only 26.75 MAF (surface water from three rivers, 12.46 MAF, and groundwater 14.29 MAF), said Mann. Talking to reporters in the national capital after the meeting, Saini said a significant step forward was made on the ongoing dialogue over water-sharing between Haryana and Punjab. The talks were held in a cordial and cooperative atmosphere. The issue has been under discussion for a long time, and earlier deliberations held on July 9 had already indicated a positive shift, he said. top videos View all This time, we have moved a step further. The discussions were held in an even more constructive environment, Saini added. Saini asserted that Haryana will present its case in a 'positive and solution-oriented" manner before the Supreme Court on August 13 and expressed confidence that a fair and favourable resolution will be achieved. PTI CHS SUN VSD RHL First Published: August 06, 2025, 00:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
New Indian Express
7 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Sutlej-Yamuna Link canal issue: Talks between Punjab, Haryana CMs remain inconclusive
CHANDIGARH: The latest round of talks between Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and his Haryana counterpart Nayab Singh Saini on the long-pending Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) Canal dispute ended without resolution. This was the fifth meeting between the two leaders, with the Supreme Court set to hear the case on August 13. The discussions, held during a meeting convened by Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil, saw Mann proposed an alternative solution—utilising water from the Chenab River to address the water-sharing conflict between Punjab and Haryana while shelving the SYL canal project. Mann said that the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan presents an opportunity for India to harness water from the Chenab, a western river previously allocated to Pakistan. He urged the Centre to divert Chenab's water to Indian dams like Ranjit Sagar, Pong, and Bhakra, emphasizing the need for new canals and infrastructure in Punjab. According to Mann, this water could first meet Punjab's needs before being supplied to Haryana and Rajasthan, reducing Punjab's groundwater dependence and supporting its agrarian economy. The Punjab CM also uphold for the Sharda-Yamuna Link (SYL alternative) to transfer surplus Sharda water to the Yamuna, eliminating the need for the SYL canal. He further called for a review of the 1994 Yamuna water-sharing agreement between Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan post-2025. Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini, however, described the talks as constructive, expressing optimism about a fair resolution. He assured that Haryana would present its case positively before the Supreme Court. Saini said that the issue has been under discussion for a long time, and earlier deliberations held on July 9 had already indicated a positive shift. This time, we have moved a step further. `` The discussions were held in an even more constructive environment, '' he said. He assured that Haryana will present its case in a positive and solution-oriented manner before the Supreme Court on August 13. `` We are confident that a fair and favourable resolution will be achieved,'' he added. In response to a question, Saini said that the Indus Waters Treaty is a separate subject, and under that context, Rajasthan will also be entitled to its share of water.
