New Delhi: AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal submitted his reply to the Election Commission (EC) on Friday, defending his controversial “poison mixed” remark regarding the water quality in the Yamuna. The EC had issued a notice earlier this week, seeking an explanation by 11 AM on Friday.
Accompanied by Delhi Chief Minister Atishi and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Kejriwal reiterated that his comments referred to the “unprecedented and dangerously high levels of ammonia contamination” in the water supplied to Delhi from Haryana.
In his response, Kejriwal clarified that his statement was solely about the rising ammonia levels, which peaked at 7 parts per million (ppm) in January, posing a serious public health risk. He denied any malicious intent behind his remarks.
The Delhi CM detailed his multiple attempts to engage with Haryana’s chief minister, alleging that despite assurances, no action was taken. He accused the Haryana government of deliberately sending polluted water to Delhi to influence the elections and destabilize the AAP-led administration.
Kejriwal also called for a criminal investigation into the Haryana government’s role in the crisis, claiming it was a politically motivated move to damage AAP’s reputation ahead of elections. The controversy continues to fuel tensions between the two state governments.
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