- Dr. Yadav addresses the “Jal Sanchay- Jan Bhagidaari- Jan Andolan” programme
Bhopal: Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav expressed pride in Madhya Pradesh as the birthplace of the nation’s major rivers. He noted that the Narmada and Tapti rivers, originating in Madhya Pradesh, not only bring joy and prosperity to their home state but also enrich Gujarat with abundance. The Son River, which begins in Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh, flows into the Ganges in Bihar, enhancing its waters. Similarly, the Chambal River, originating in Madhya Pradesh, sustains life in Rajasthan, making these rivers vital to the state’s identity. This campaign, launched from Surat, is a mission to bring life through water conservation.
He affirmed Madhya Pradesh’s commitment to the “Jal Sanchay- Jan Bhaagidari” programme, aimed at water conservation through public participation. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to facilitate the sharing of Narmada waters with Rajasthan, emphasizing the importance of inter-state cooperation and effective utilization of Narmada’s resources. Highlighting Gujarat’s water challenges, Dr. Yadav underscored the shared responsibility to support the state. He delivered these remarks at the “Jal Sanchay-Jan Bhaagidaari-Jan Andolan” programme in Surat, Gujarat, as part of the “Catch the Rain” campaign under the National Water Mission.
It is noteworthy that Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the Jal Sanchay-Jan Bhaagidari-Jan Andolan programme to boost rainwater harvesting and promote sustainable water management. The programme held in Surat aimed to further this mission and was attended by Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, senior public representatives, and officials from the Union Jal Shakti Ministry and various states.
