GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 21st Oct. Lt Governor VK Saxena on Monday raised concerns about the polluted state of the Yamuna River, sharing images of its toxic, froth-covered surface. He questioned those accountable for the river’s cleanliness, implying criticism towards previous assurances made by political leaders.
Without naming anyone, Saxena addressed those who claimed to rejuvenate the Yamuna, questioning their commitment to making the river safe for public use. This remark was particularly pointed towards Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convener Arvind Kejriwal, who had promised before the 2020 Assembly elections to cleanse the river and allow people to bathe in it by 2025.
In July 2023, the Supreme Court halted a National Green Tribunal (NGT) order that appointed the Delhi LG as the chairman of a high-level committee for Yamuna rejuvenation. This decision came after the AAP government expressed concerns that the LG-led committee sidelined elected officials in the cleanup efforts.
Sharing the images on social media, Saxena lamented the predicament of the Yamuna, which he described as the lifeline of Delhi for generations. He emphasized the river’s importance, especially during the “Chhath” festival, a significant event for Purvanchalis in Delhi, who worship the Sun god at water bodies.
Saxena concluded by expressing his dismay at the river’s condition, stating that it was unbearable to witness the suffering of Delhi’s residents due to the pollution.
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