Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat’s alleged statement that he will get the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP) implemented only if BJP leader Rajendra Rathore comes to power in Rajasthan has created controversy. In a video that surfaced on social media, Shekhawat is seen walking towards his car with Rathore, the leader of the opposition in Rajasthan Assembly when he made the statement. The video has stirred criticism from the Congress party, which accused the BJP of using the project for political gains.
Reacting to the video, Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera said that the BJP had not granted national project status to the ERCP owing to its unwavering greed for power. While Shekhawat has not yet confirmed or denied the authenticity of the video, the statement has raised questions on the BJP’s motives behind its lack of initiative towards ERCP.
The Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project has been in the pipeline for years, aiming to provide water to the parched regions of Rajasthan. The project has been delayed over the years, causing a shortage of resources and affecting farming, drinking, and irrigation needs.
The controversial video has stirred up emotions in both parties. The Congress party has criticized the BJP for politicizing the canal project, while BJP leaders have dismissed the video as fabricated. Rathore, who was in the video, has not yet issued a statement.
2023 Rajasthan Assembly elections are just around the corner, and allegations and counter-allegations are flying high. The controversy surrounding the ERCP has highlighted the political stakes involved in the project. The comment by the Union Minister has also raised questions about the BJP’s commitment to the welfare of Rajasthan’s people.
As the controversy continues to unfold, it is essential that politicians prioritize the project’s implementation over politics. ERCP is a crucial project to address the water crisis in Eastern Rajasthan. It is vital that the government takes necessary steps to ensure its swift implementation regardless of political affiliations.
