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Yashpal Suvarna reviews storage levels amid lower availability compared to last year; asks officials to take precautionary steps

A fresh controversy has erupted over data presented to the Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal, with activists alleging it's misleading and detrimental to Odisha's interests. The Mahanadi Banchao Andolan claims the joint figures contradict previous statements by Odisha's chief minister and earlier tribunal submissions, potentially jeopardizing the state's water share.

Madhurawada To Get Drainage, 24x7 Water Supply Under UCF Scheme

BJP leaders, including Mumbai President Ameet Satam, inspected nullah desilting progress across the city, urging BMC officials to complete remaining work by May 31. The drive aimed to minimize monsoon inconvenience for Mumbaikars. Instructions were also given to install trash booms to prevent marine pollution.

Kalyan MP Shrikant Shinde has directed the KDMC to transform two major hospitals into 500-bed multi-speciality facilities with medical colleges. The MP also announced the resolution of a long-pending water crisis in 27 villages within six months, backed by additional funding. Discussions also covered the Ring Road project, urban redevelopment, and a SATIS-style infrastructure project for Dombivli East.

Panchayati raj minister Rabi Narayan Naik inaugurated a Rs 149.39 crore mega drinking water project benefiting 100 villages in Nabarangpur district. The initiative aims to provide safe water access to 38,609 families. Naik also laid foundation stones for roads and bridges worth Rs 267.27 crore, underscoring the government's commitment to rural infrastructure development.