Archive · 18 Nov 2025
Rajasthan, Delhi CMs Seek Water Resources at Zonal Council Meet
The leaders of Rajasthan and Delhi went to a big meeting with other state leaders and the central government.
The Rajasthan leader asked for some of the extra water from a river called Ravi, which is stored in a dam called Pong dam.
He also asked for money to help bring water from another river, the Yamuna, to Rajasthan.
The Delhi leader asked for more water from the Yamuna river for her city and for other states to help keep the air clean.
They both talked about how they are working to make their states better.
Rajasthan CM requested a share of surplus Ravi water and assessment of Pong Dam water flow
Delhi CM urged Punjab and Haryana to cooperate on air pollution and sought increased Yamuna water share
Both CMs attended the 32nd North Zone Council meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah
Delhi CM stressed the need for a fully electric bus fleet and better management of heavy commercial vehicles
CMOs of both states issued statements outlining their demands and achievements
- Who
- Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma and Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
- What
- Requested water resources and cooperation on environmental issues
- When
- Addressing the 32nd North Zone Council meeting
- Where
- Surajkund, Faridabad
- Why
- To secure water resources, improve air quality, and promote regional cooperation
State Demands
National and Inter-State Water Management
Share of Ravi Water
State Demands
Rajasthan seeks a share of surplus Ravi water from Makoura barrage and Pong dam as per the 1981 Interstate Water Agreement.
National and Inter-State Water Management
Surplus water management is part of broader inter-state water agreements and national projects.
Yamuna Water Project
State Demands
Delhi requests an increase in its Yamuna water share and fast-tracking of Renukaji, Lakhwar, and Kishau Dam projects.
National and Inter-State Water Management
Water-sharing agreements and national projects consider the needs of multiple states and regional development.
Air Pollution Cooperation
State Demands
Delhi CM urges Punjab and Haryana to cooperate on air pollution, especially stubble burning.
National and Inter-State Water Management
Regional cooperation is crucial for addressing trans-boundary environmental issues.
- Meeting Name
- 32nd North Zone Council Meeting
- Location
- Surajkund, Faridabad
- Presided By
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah
- Rajasthan's Water Demand
- Share of surplus Ravi water and assessment of Pong Dam water flow
- Delhi's Water Demand
- Increased Yamuna water share and better water management
- Delhi's Environmental Initiatives
- Fully electric bus fleet and better management of heavy commercial vehicles
Sources
Himachal CM advocates state’s right of 7.19 pc share on Chandigarh
Haryana CM bats for rightful share of water for each state
Himachal seeks permanent BBMB membership, reasserts 7.19% Chandigarh share
Rajasthan seeks share of surplus Ravi water from Makoura barrage and Pong dam
Northern Zonal Council meet: Delhi CM flags air pollution, seeks more water from Yamuna
Saini raises SYL: Haryana not getting its full share of water
Centre should not ‘play with sentiments’ of Punjab: CM Mann
Himachal govt pushes tourism agenda with new heliport in Palampur