Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini dismissed allegations from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) that the ruling BJP is "intentionally" discharging industrial waste into the Yamuna River, which supplies water to Delhi. Saini criticized AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal for making what he termed "baseless allegations," suggesting that it has become a habit for Kejriwal to blame others without accountability.
The conflict escalated after Kejriwal accused the BJP of poisoning the Yamuna, claiming their actions could endanger lives in Delhi. Saini responded by demanding an apology from Kejriwal, threatening legal action if he does not comply. He stated, "Kejriwal has a habit of levelling baseless allegations and then running away," and emphasized that people in Haryana regard the Yamuna as a sacred river and would not contaminate it.
Saini further defended Haryana's water supply, asserting that there is no shortage of water provided to Delhi. He attributed the problems to mismanagement by the AAP government, claiming they have failed to ensure proper distribution. He invited AAP officials to inspect the water quality at Sonipat, where Haryana supplies water to Delhi.
The Haryana BJP also condemned Kejriwal's statements, accusing him of using fear tactics for political gain ahead of the upcoming elections on February 5. They labeled him as "Kaliya Naag" of "Kalyug," referring to a mythical serpent associated with poisoning the Yamuna in ancient tales.
Kejriwal's accusations come amid rising ammonia levels in the Yamuna, which AAP leaders have termed "water terrorism." The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has reported increased ammonia levels but refuted claims of poisoning, stating that such remarks could incite panic among residents.