Double-Engine Govts Reduce Differences: Shah NEW DELHI: Four states adjoining Narmada river – Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra – Tuesday reached an agreement over their decades-old dispute related to the displacement of people in water-submerged areas and compensation for land in the river project.CMs of the four states signed the agreement on settlement of pending payment issues among the Narmada award beneficiaries in the presence of home minister Amit Shah here.After the agreement was signed, Shah said the formation of double-engine govts in several states under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi had enhanced the ability to understand one another, reduced political differences, and accelerated the resolution of many long-pending disputes across the country.”This agreement marks a historic milestone in resolving long-standing disputes among the states of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra relating to cost-sharing arrangements for the construction of Sardar Sarovar Project. Under the agreement, the payments to be made towards the final settlement of pending dues have been resolved through a one-time settlement,” Shah said.Appreciating the cooperation extended by the govts of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra in building a broad consensus on this important inter-state project, Shah said the project had immensely benefited Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Rajasthan in particular. With the completion of the dam, water and electricity have reached every part of these states, he added.The minister further said while the benefits accruing to Rajasthan may appear modest at first glance, the areas that have received Narmada waters have witnessed a transformation in both the value of the land and the fortunes of farmers.He cited the example of the resolution of the Kishau Dam project between Haryana and Rajasthan, as well as Tuesday’s agreement, as examples of “cooperative federalism”.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosWATCH: PM Modi Invokes ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’; Indonesia President Admits He Has Indian DNAIndia Set To Supply Two BrahMos Missile Batteries Worth $200 Million To Indonesia: ReportThree Dead, Several Missing After Massive Landslide Near Kerala Tunnel Project SiteWhy Does Mumbai Flood Every Monsoon? The Real Reasons Explained’New Species Of Girgit’: Yogi Adityanath Slams SP, Congress Over Ram Temple Donation Theft CaseWho Was Jaswant Singh Khalra? The Story Behind Diljit Dosanjh’s SatlujThree Key Aides Of Union Minister Bhupender Yadav Relieved In Sudden Administrative MovePM Modi Announces IIM Bangalore’s First Overseas Campus In Indonesia’s Malang RegionSupreme Court Rejects DMK Plea Against Vijay Remarks In Karur Stampede InvestigationPM Modi’s Indonesia Visit : BrahMos, Astra Missiles, Critical Minerals And Big Outcomes123PhotostoriesFrom recalling a 72-hour non-stop Kasautii Zindagii Kay shoot to being a strict mom to Palak: When Shweta Tiwari spoke about her journey5 powerful spiritual practices that can strengthen your soul from withinSobhita Dhulipala brings heritage weaves back into the traditional spotlight with this gorgeous Gadwal sareeDid you know your vitamin D3 could be coming from sheep’s wool? Doctor explains how it happens and why it matters5 rain-soaked destinations in India that are magical during the monsoon, and how to explore them safelyFrom SUVs to Hatchbacks: What your rental car choice says about your travel personalityHow to visit 3 countries in one trip: These unique places let travellers cross international borders on footFrom nostalgia to kitchen essentials: Foods NRIs often pack before leaving IndiaEver wondered why popcorn explodes? The science behind your favourite movie snackInside India’s oldest libraries that survived the Mughal era and the British rule123Hot PicksArgentina vs EgyptLionel Messi vs Mahamed SalahWayanad LandslideNovak DjokovicNavodaya RegistrationWhere to Watch FIFA World CupMohamed Salah and Magi Sadeq Net WorthQuote of the Day by Saddam HusseinMumbai-Pune expresswayTop TrendingIran-US WarMumbai FloodsBengal Rape CaseFIFA World Cup 2026CBSE Class 10 ResultRam temple donationMumbai rainStock Market TodayMumbai Rain DeathKCET mock seat allotment
NEW DELHI: Four states adjoining Narmada river – Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra – Tuesday reached an agreement over their decades-old dispute related to the displacement of people in water-submerged areas and compensation for land in the river project.CMs of the four states signed the agreement on settlement of pending payment issues among the Narmada award beneficiaries in the presence of home minister Amit Shah here.After the agreement was signed, Shah said the formation of double-engine govts in several states under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi had enhanced the ability to understand one another, reduced political differences, and accelerated the resolution of many long-pending disputes across the country.“This agreement marks a historic milestone in resolving long-standing disputes among the states of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra relating to cost-sharing arrangements for the construction of Sardar Sarovar Project. Under the agreement, the payments to be made towards the final settlement of pending dues have been resolved through a one-time settlement,” Shah said.Appreciating the cooperation extended by the govts of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra in building a broad consensus on this important inter-state project, Shah said the project had immensely benefited Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Rajasthan in particular. With the completion of the dam, water and electricity have reached every part of these states, he added.The minister further said while the benefits accruing to Rajasthan may appear modest at first glance, the areas that have received Narmada waters have witnessed a transformation in both the value of the land and the fortunes of farmers.He cited the example of the resolution of the Kishau Dam project between Haryana and Rajasthan, as well as Tuesday’s agreement, as examples of “cooperative federalism”.
