Chandigarh, May 2 -- A major political slugfest has erupted in Punjab following the BBMB's controversial decision to release 8,500 cusecs of additional water to Haryana - triggering fierce reactions from across the political spectrum in Punjab. The move has united ruling and opposition leaders alike in a chorus of outrage, while simultaneously deepening inter-party rivalries over how the state should safeguard its depleting water resources.
"Daylight Robbery" of Punjab's Waters
Leading the charge, AAP's Punjab unit president and Cabinet Minister Aman Arora dubbed the BBMB's action as "daylight robbery", vowing to "fight tooth and nail" against what he called the Centre's betrayal. "The BJP is attempting to steal Punjab's water despite the...