Nitish Kumar’s stance on Ganga water highlighted in Jha’s parliamentary plea

Jha also praised Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for his long‑standing focus on Bihar’s water concerns, especially those linked to the Ganga basin. He noted that Kumar had convened a dedicated team to gather data, even commissioning an aerial survey of the entire Ganga region. This proactive approach, Jha argued, demonstrates the state’s commitment to protecting its riverine resources. He urged the central government to respect these efforts and to ensure that any diplomatic negotiations on the Farakka treaty place Bihar’s water security at the forefront.