Punjab Snubs CISF, Reasserts Control Over BBMB Dams

Punjab has withdrawn its consent for the deployment of Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel at the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) dams. This decision, announced on July 7, 2025, reverses a previous decision taken by the Congress government.

The state government justified the move, asserting the capability of the Punjab Police to adequately secure these vital installations. This comes amidst heightened tensions with neighbouring Haryana over the sharing of river waters.

Recent talks between officials from both states aimed at resolving the contentious water-sharing dispute yielded no immediate breakthrough. The withdrawal of CISF deployment is seen as a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict.

This development raises serious questions about the security of critical infrastructure in the region and underscores the urgent need for a lasting resolution to the long-standing inter-state water dispute. The potential impact on regional stability and agricultural output necessitates immediate attention from the central government.

Karanveer Sharma

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