Delhi Water Crisis

"Water minister Atishi's health deteriorates. Her blood sugar level dropped to 43 at midnight and to 36 at 3 am, after which LNJP Hospital doctors advised immediate hospitalisation," the party said.

Water crisis: Delhi L-G assures AAP delegation of his commitment to resolving issue

During the meeting, the 10-member delegation highlighted that Delhi has been receiving 113 million gallons per day (MGD) less water than what it is entitled to, a statement said

Delhi water crisis: AAP delegation meets LG Saxena

Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj, AAP MP Sanjay Singh and AAP MLA Somnath Bharti were among the 10-member delegation that met Saxena

Delhi LG slams AAP government's handling of Delhi water crisis

There was no immediate reaction from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)

Delhi Police uses water cannon to disperse BJP workers protesting against water shortage

Amid a punishing heat wave battering the city, Delhi is facing a severe water shortage while the BJP and AAP continue to blame each other for the crisis

Delhi Water Crises: Atishi applauded by Kejriwal for her indefinite hunger strike

Delhi Water minister Atishi started an indefinite hunger strike at noon on June 21 in Bhogal, South Delhi. The hunger strike was opted to pressure Haryana to release the daily entitlement of 100 million gallons of water.

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PM Modi inaugurates new campus of Nalanda University; Arvind Kejriwal's judicial custody extended until July 3; AAP minister Atishi writes to PM Modi, threatening an 'indefinite strike' starting June 21 if the Delhi water issue remains unresolved; and Rahul Gandhi celebrates his 54th birthday, with Congress workers celebrating nationwide. The news wrap highlights each significant event succinctly. Watch here

Delhi water crisis: Govt report reveals national capital has extracted 99% groundwater

The report, as quoted by a business daily, said Delhi witnessed an increase in extraction, rising from 98.16 percent in 2022 to 99.13 percent in 2023

Delhi water crisis: BJP protests against AAP govt, claims Haryana releasing full share of water

Carrying bottles of dirty water, the BJP protesters raised slogans against the AAP government and smashed matkas (earthen pitchers) as a mark of protest over water scarcity in the national capital.

Delhi water crisis: AAP MLAs urge Jal Shakti Minister CR Paatil to intervene

Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and MLA Dilip Pandey said the water crisis in Delhi is getting more serious with each passing moment

AAP demands pipeline protection amid Delhi water crisis; BJP blames Kejriwal government

New Delhi, Jun 16 The BJP on Sunday staged a protest against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government over the water crisis in the national capita..

Delhi Water Crisis: Minister Atishi asks police to guard water pipelines

In her letter, the minister said Delhi is reeling under a severe heat wave and a water crisis.

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Delhi water crisis: AAP govt urges Haryana to discharge water on humanitarian grounds

Delhi’s water minister also told a press conference that the capital is facing a shortage of 70 million gallons per day (MGD) in production due to lack of raw water in the Munak canal and Wazirabad reservoir

Delhi Water Crisis: Atishi Inspects Water Distribution | Shehzad Poonawalla Questions AAP

Delhi Water Minister Atishi supervises water distribution near Akshardham during a severe water crisis, while BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla raises concerns about AAP's management of the situation.

Water Shortage Persists in Many Parts of Delhi; Police Station Assigns Constable to Prevent Wastage

Empty water cans lined up along the roads in East Delhi's Gita Colony since the early hours of the day and they have become a common sight over the past few weeks. Residents here continue to grapple with the acute water shortage that has affected large parts of the nation's capital. To prevent scuffles from breaking out as people jostle to fill their buckets and water containers, the Delhi Police has stationed a constable to maintain orderliness in the queue.

Delhi Water Crisis: SC asks Upper Yamuna River Board to decide on supply of additional water

The court said "The court does not have the expertise to decide even on interim basis which would violate or tinker MoU between the parties. It’s appropriate that it be dealt by UYRB." Delhi has an MoU with Haryana , Uttar Pradesh and Himachal over water sharing.

Delhi water crisis: Supreme Court rebukes Delhi govt over tanker mafia, water wastage

The Supreme Court on June 12 came down heavily on the Delhi government over the prevalence of tanker mafia and water wastage in the city, and asked what measures it has taken against them. The court pointed out that some solution or arrangement must be arrived at for the citizens. Meanwhile, amid the searing heat that shows no signs of abating, residents of many localities in Delhi continue to grapple with a severe water crisis.

Delhi water crisis: SC seeks AAP govt's response on measures to prevent water wastage

The apex court also came down heavily on Himachal Pradesh for stating that they have an excess water of 137 cusecs while it may not be the case in reality.

Delhi Minister Atishi Blames Haryana For Water Crisis Amid Heatwave | Supreme Court Intervention

Delhi Water Minister Atishi accuses the Haryana government of reducing water flow to the national capital, worsening the ongoing water crisis amid extreme heat. This comes after the Supreme Court directed Himachal Pradesh to release 137 cusecs of surplus water to Delhi, instructing Haryana to facilitate its flow. Atishi, at the Wazirabad barrage, highlights the alarming drop in water levels and vows to address the issue in the Supreme Court on Monday, June 10.

Delhi water crisis: SC directs Himachal to release 137 cusecs water to Capital

The water should be released on June 7 and Haryana has been asked to take measures to ensure the flow of the water. Himachal and Haryana have to file an affidavit in this regard

Delhi Water Crisis: Who is to be blamed, AAP or BJP? | Atishi Yadav Vs Abhe Singh Yadav

The blame game between Delhi’s AAP government and Haryana’s BJP government over the acute water crisis in Delhi. AAP leader Atishi accused Haryana government of not providing allocated water to Delhi on May 30. Whereas, Haryana’s Minister Abhe Singh Yadav told ANI on May 31 that Haryana is providing more water to Delhi than allocated.

Atishi appeals to BJP to ask its governments in Haryana, UP to release spare water to Delhi

Delhi is facing an acute water shortage, with the AAP government accusing Haryana of not releasing the national capital's share of water.

Delhi water crisis: DJB to impose fine on water wastage; supply rationed amid rising temperature

Delhi is presently grappling with a dire water shortage, as numerous areas have reported enduring days without adequate water supply. Frustrated residents have been flocking to the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) office in an attempt to resolve the issue. Watch to know more

Delhi govt to approach SC over Haryana not releasing city's water share: Atishi

Atishi said Delhi is staring at an "emergency situation" and announced a slew of emergency measures to tackle the crisis.