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PM asks states to refrain from politicising drought relief
New Delhi, Jan 13: Asking states to refrain from politicising drought relief and `honestly` utilise Central funds, Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee today asserted that the Centre never discriminated against any state.
New Delhi, Jan 13: Asking states to refrain from politicising drought relief and "honestly" utilise Central funds, Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee today asserted that the Centre never discriminated against any state.
"We don't discriminate in providing drought relief but
some states don't give credit to the Centre for the assistance
provided to them..... it is a natural calamity and we all
should tackle it jointly without politicising the issue," he
said addressing a BJP farmers front rally.
Expressing concern over inter-state water disputes, the Prime Minister said these must be settled in an amicable and harmonious manner at the earliest to ensure adequate availability of water during dry spells. Bureau Report
Expressing concern over inter-state water disputes, the Prime Minister said these must be settled in an amicable and harmonious manner at the earliest to ensure adequate availability of water during dry spells. Bureau Report