Turbulent Waters: Political Storm Over Bhakra Beas Management
BBMB Chairman Manoj Tripathi was allegedly detained by AAP workers at Nangal Dam, amid ongoing tensions regarding water release to Haryana. The conflict arose after the Punjab and Haryana High Court's directive and subsequent political uproar led by Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, opposing water release.
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The BBMB Chairman Manoj Tripathi found himself locked inside a guest house at Nangal Dam, in a dramatic incident instigated by AAP workers. Led by Punjab minister Harjot Singh Bains, the group detained Tripathi during his visit, fueling a tense standoff over water distribution policies.
The situation unfolded just before Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's visit to the dam, where police intervention was required to release the chairman. This incident comes on the heels of a High Court's ruling, which prevented Punjab from interfering in BBMB operations, heightening state-level political tensions.
Mann openly challenged BBMB's actions, accusing the BJP of influencing water distribution in favor of Haryana. The controversy has further escalated with Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu condemning the actions as political maneuvering during national security concerns.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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