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Water Row: BJP MLA Ashwani Sharma advocates for constructive dialogue amid tensions
Harshabab Sidhu
Chandigarh, May 5, 2025 – BJP MLA from Pathankot, Ashwani Sharma, speaking in the legislative assembly, expressed unwavering support for Chief Minister (CM) Bhagwant Mann.
He emphasized that while mistakes may have occurred, it is now essential to approach the situation with a constructive mindset to find solutions.
Sharma remarked, "We stand firm like a rock with the CM. Mistakes have happened, but at this point, we should work towards resolving the issues positively."He called for an end to unnecessary blame games, urging all parties to avoid focusing on minutiae.
Sharma further pointed out that there should be a broader discussion regarding water sharing between Punjab and Haryana, citing the challenges faced by Haryana in the past three years.
"When Haryana faced water shortages, discussions should have been held," he said.
He also stated that political discourse should be aligned with the unique situations in each state, but stressed the need to rise above party politics for the betterment of Punjab.
"Each party speaks according to the circumstances of their respective states, but now is the time to set aside party politics and stand united for Punjab," Sharma said.
Concluding his remarks, Sharma emphasized that in addition to resolving conflicts, improving infrastructure in Punjab is critical.
"For Punjab to be prepared for future challenges, including managing water resources during floods, it is crucial to have robust infrastructure in place," he added.