SYL Canal: SAD Challenges Punjab CM to Publicly Declare State’s Stand
The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has issued a sharp challenge to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The party demands a clear and unambiguous public statement on the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal issue.
The demand emerged following a recent meeting where the SAD felt the CM’s position remained unclear. The party insists the CM must explicitly outline Punjab’s stance on the contentious canal.
The SAD highlights the critical importance of the SYL issue to Punjab’s agrarian economy and its water rights. They emphasize the need to address the matter decisively and independently of the Indus Waters Treaty.
The party’s concerns reflect the deep-seated anxieties within Punjab regarding its water resources. The upcoming Assembly session will likely witness heated debates on this crucial issue, impacting the political landscape of the state.