New Delhi/Jaipur | Special Correspondent
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma participated in a high-level meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday with Union Minister for Jal Shakti C.R. Paatil and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. The meeting resulted in a decisive roadmap for the Yamuna Water Agreement and the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), aimed at resolving long-standing regional issues through mutual cooperation.
Yamuna Water Agreement: Ending the Water Crisis in Shekhawati
The meeting finalized timelines for the ambitious project to transport Yamuna water from the Hathnikund Barrage to Rajasthan’s Churu, Sikar, and Jhunjhunu districts.
- Joint DPR Status: Rajasthan has shared the joint Detailed Project Report (DPR) with the Haryana government.
- Technical Coordination: The Haryana government has provided data for most “tapping points.” The DPR will soon be uploaded to the Central Water Commission (CWC) online portal for final verification.
- Water Allocation: This pipeline will initially provide 577 MCM of water between July and October. Upon completion of the Renukaji, Lakhwar, and Kishau storage projects, Rajasthan will receive a consistent water supply year-round.
High-Speed Connectivity: The Delhi-Rajasthan RRTS
A major breakthrough was achieved regarding the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), which will connect Rajasthan to Delhi via Haryana.
- Direct Benefits: This high-speed rail corridor will provide Rajasthan with seamless, rapid connectivity to the National Capital Region (NCR), boosting trade and economic growth.
- Bhiwadi Drainage Issue: The leaders also discussed a permanent solution to the persistent waterlogging problems in the Bhiwadi industrial area.
Project Overview & Key Benefits
| Project | Primary Benefit | Target Regions |
| Yamuna Pipeline | 577 MCM for drinking & irrigation | Churu, Sikar, Jhunjhunu |
| RRTS (Rapid Rail) | High-speed transit connectivity | Delhi – Haryana – Rajasthan |
| Storage Dams | Year-round water security (201 MCM extra) | Entire Yamuna Basin (Rajasthan) |
Statement from the Chief Minister: “With mutual cooperation and coordination, the development of both Rajasthan and Haryana is gaining new momentum. The implementation of the Yamuna Water Agreement will permanently resolve the water crisis for a significant portion of our state.”
Disclaimer: This report is based on official press briefings and government updates. Its purpose is to provide factual information regarding state governance and infrastructure development.
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