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The Delhi government, represented by Water Minister Atishi, has taken a proactive step by reaching out to Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini to address the pressing issue of water scarcity in the national capital. Atishi, in a letter addressed to Saini, urgently requested the release of water into the Yamuna river through the Munak Canal.

Expressing concern over the lack of response to previous correspondences, Atishi highlighted the critical importance of Yamuna water for meeting the daily needs of Delhi's residents.

Have written to the Hon’ble Haryana CM @NayabSainiBJP regarding the inadequate release of water from the Munak Canal by Haryana. 7 Water Treatment Plants in Delhi are dependent on Munak water.

If the quantum of water doesn’t increase today, then Delhi will face a worsening… pic.twitter.com/8qa6VBO1Tv

— Atishi (@AtishiAAP) June 9, 2024

She underscored that Haryana's recent reduction in water release into the Munak Canal has resulted in unjustifiable suffering for the people of Delhi.

Atishi referred to the agreement reached in the 53rd meeting of the Upper Yamuna River Board, which allocated a specific volume of water to Delhi at Munak. Despite this agreement, Atishi pointed out a drastic reduction in water flow at the Bawana contact point, where the water enters Delhi.

This reduction threatens the operation of Delhi's seven Water Treatment Plants, leading to a potential crisis in water supply within the next 1-2 days if the situation is not addressed promptly.

Meanwhile, the residents of Delhi are already grappling with severe water shortages, as evidenced by long queues at water tankers in various parts of the city. With piped water supply disrupted, residents in areas like Mayur Vihar and Okhla Phase 2 are reliant on water tankers for their daily needs.

The Delhi government has squarely blamed the water crisis on the Haryana government's failure to release Delhi's rightful share of water. As the situation persists, it is imperative for both governments to swiftly resolve the issue to prevent further hardship for the people of Delhi.