Southern Zonal Council: Amit Shah Pushes Faster Resolution Of Water Disputes, Cites South's Role In India’s Growth
Chennai: Union Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Thursday called for faster resolution of long-pending water disputes among southern States, while urging the States to work through dialogue and constructive solutions on issues affecting the region. Addressing the 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council in Mamallapuram, Shah described South India as a major pillar of the…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged southern Indian states to resolve water disputes rapidly during the 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council in Mamallapuram. Shah highlighted that southern states are vital to India's development, contributing to various sectors like literature, research, IT, and pharmaceuticals. He emphasized that the region's progress is heavily reliant on water, crucial for agriculture, industry, public health, and the environment.
Shah proposed linking major rivers to prevent water shortages for the next century and reduce transportation costs. Both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana agreed to address outstanding matters jointly with the Ministry of Home Affairs. The meeting also focused on addressing issues like education, child welfare, drug control, and improving the nation's school dropout rate.
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