Jal Ganga Abhiyan: Programme Yet To Kick Off In Susner; Nagar Panchayat Not Taking Interest

Susner (Madhya Pradesh): Despite launch of Jal Ganga Samvardhan Abhiyan by CM Mohan Yadav for the promotion of environmental protection and water conservation across the state, the initiative is yet to begin in Susner, allegedly due to little interest shown by Nagar Panchayat officials.

The directorate of urban administration and development issued guidelines for the campaign, instructing civic bodies to build new ponds, renovate old water structures, plant trees and clean rivers over three months. However, these activities have not been observed in the town.

Residents said that if the old water sources in the town are renovated under the campaign, they could provide a significant amount of water. Several water structures in the city could have been utilised in the Jal Ganga Sanvardhan Abhiyan to boost water levels and alleviate the upcoming summer drinking water crisis.

However, due to the negligence of municipal council officials, the campaign has not been implemented at all. Additionally, a pond near the new bus stand, constructed at the cost of ₹40 lakh, also remains unused.

Furthermore, stop dam on Kanthal River has suffered significant damage and repairing it could help retain vital water. Ancient water structures like those in the Narbadiya Nala area and Harinagar Colony could have been revived through the campaign. However, the lack of action in cleaning and restoring these important water sources in the town will directly impact locals.

CMO OP Nagar said “Yes, it is true that no programme has been organised under the campaign. Campaign-related works will be done after getting the approval of the council”.