River Linking

Gujarat Reaffirms Suspension of Controversial River Linking Project

In a significant development, the Gujarat government today confirmed its unwavering decision to keep the controversial Par-Tapi-Narmada river linking project suspended. Senior minister Rushikesh Patel reiterated the state’s stance, emphasizing that neither the state nor the central government intends to proceed with the project, a move that comes after widespread protests, particularly from tribal communities in South Gujarat. This clarification effectively puts an end to recent speculation surrounding the project’s future. [7]