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AAP Dares Delhi CM Rekha Gupta to Drink Yamuna Water Amid Pollution Row

AAP Dares Delhi CM Rekha Gupta to Drink Yamuna Water Amid Pollution Row

IN SHORTThe Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) challenged Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta to “drink Yamuna water” to prove its cleanliness ahead of Chhath Puja rituals. The party accused the BJP-led administration of faking pollution control claims. Videos showing foam on the river’s surface went viral, sparking a political war of words. Gupta dismissed the dare, claiming improvements were visible, though citizens expressed concerns about water safety during the festive period.

TL;DR

  • The AAP lashed out at Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, accusing her government of making false claims about cleaning the Yamuna.
  • AAP spokesperson Saurabh Bharadwaj dared Gupta to drink the river water if it was truly safe.
  • Viral visuals showing thick foam on Yamuna waters reignited environmental concerns during Chhath Puja preparations.
  • BJP leaders countered, saying large-scale desilting and biochemical treatments were underway to reduce pollution.
  • Environmentalists criticized both parties for politicizing the issue instead of focusing on long-term water quality management.
  • Citizens remain anxious as devotees prepare to perform rituals amid ongoing health warnings.