HINDON YATRA

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∙Everyone’s contribution is required in order to revive rivers State Bureau, Lucknow : According to Water Resource Group’s Executive Director Anders Berntell everyone’s contribution is necessary in order to revive and conserve the rivers. Berntell was addressing a group here on Sunday.

∙He said that for the success of revival of rivers in collective efforts are required and that 2030 water group is actively working with the UP Government to beautify the water bodies for development and financial prosperity. Berntell further said that advanced irrigation techniques, pure industrial produce and local and uniform water management will change the face of the rivers in the state.

∙He also said that apart from support from Water Partnership, Rajendra Singh’s Jal Jan Jodo Abhiyan and FICCI the 2030 group is willing to provide partnership details and structural development to all involved. He said that FICCI's water mission works towards providing guidance in the field of water capacity and preservation. The Chief of International Finance Corporation Jun Zhang, Bastiaan Mohrmann were present on the occasion.

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∙Chief Minister to inaugurate the ‘Hindon Tour’ today Lucknow : The Chief Minister will inaugurate the ‘Hindon Yatra'on Monday as part of UP Government’s ‘Clean Uttar Pradesh Green Uttar Pradesh’ campaign. Assisting in the campaign, 2030 Water Resource Group, spoke about the revival of the Hindon river as per the environmental policies, a day prior to the event.

∙On Sunday 2030 Water Resource Group’s Executive Director Anders Berntell said that in order to preserve the rivers advanced irrigation techniques, pure industrial produce and local and uniform water management will change the face of the rivers in the state.

∙2030 Group and India Water Partnership have come together in the ‘Jal-Jan Jodo’ campaign with water man DR Rajendra Singh and FICCI to form a platform.

∙2030 WRG North India Representative, Siddhartha Prakash said that – “Yamuna River’s tributary Hindon is highly polluted in , etc. Our platform wants to integrate the river in our water conservation model to create a basin worthy of display”.

∙The Chief of International Finance Corporation Jun Zhang, the group’s Asia and 2030 WRGs Middle East head Bastiaan Mohrmann were present on the occasion.

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∙Hindon river to get a new life Lucknow : Spread in the 350 kms radius of the Yamuna basin in Saharanpur and Meerut Hindon river is set to get a new lease of life. Water resource group 2030, FICCI and International Finance Corporation will work together under the government policy. Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav will inaugurate the Hindon River Yatra on Monday. Group representative Siddhartha Prakash said that “we will bring everyone together for this project.”

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∙Water Resource Group to revive the Hindon River The Executive Director of the 2030 Water Resource Group Anders Berntell said on Sunday that the Hindon river in Meerut Saharanpur in UP is in a very bad state and that synergistic and joined efforts are required in order to revive it. Berntell added that he was happy that Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav was going to inaugurate 2030 Water Resource Group’s project ‘Hindon Yatra’ at 5 Kalidas Marg on Monday.

∙At the event organized at hotel Renaissance in Mr Berntell said that for many months now ‘2030 WRG’ has been working towards the revival of the Hindon river in Meerut, Saharanpur and Noida by bringing together and forming an alliance with civil society and private sectors by starting this project which is showing good results. The group met with the CM Akhilesh Yadav and Chief Secretary in December 2015 and after their assurance the group embarked upon collecting data on river cleaning. He further added that the group will provide the feedback they received from the Meerut Divisional Commissioner who heads the Hindon Committee to the CM on Monday.

∙2030 Group and India Water Partnership have come together in the ‘Jal- Jan Jodo’ campaign with water man Dr Rajendra Singh and FICCI to form a platform.

∙Siddhartha Prakash said that the group has prepared 22 case study reports after working with local stakeholders 24/7 for six months, which is proposed to be released by the CM on Monday.

∙The Chief of International Finance Corporation Jun Zhang, the group’s Asia and Middle East head Bastiaan Mohrmann and 2030 Water Resource Group’s State head Siddhartha Prakash were present on the occasion.

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∙Power of 2030 Water Resource Group and UP Government alliance Lucknow. The executive director of the 2030 Water Resource Group Anders Berntell said on Sunday that “synergistic and joint efforts are required in order to revive the rivers in UP .” 2030 Water Resource Group along with the Uttar Pradesh government is working towards the rejuvenation of the water bodies for development and financial prosperity. and Uttar Pradesh government is determinedly working towards giving a new life to the rivers especially river Ganga and its tributaries.

∙Mr. Berntell was addressing the press on the eve of the inauguration of the Hindon yatra proposed by the UP government.

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2030 WRG Amar Ujala June 28, 2016 Page 3 Water University to be established in Uttar Pradesh Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has announced to establish a water university in the state. He said his government would soon come up with organizations that would be primarily aimed at water conservation. Furthermore, the CM also announced to pass a complementary budget for the rejuvenation of River Hindon. Taking a dig at the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), the CM said that its members were misguiding the public and shifting their attention from development to old issues for their own political benefit which was definitely not righteous. The CM was speaking as a chief guest at a function organized to mark the initiative of River Hindon's rejuvenation at his official residence in the state capital. The event was organized by the Irrigation and Water Resource department of the state. Earlier, Water Man Rajendra Singh had suggested that the UP government should establish a water university as well as water authority in the state. Singh also urged the government to keep rivers and other water bodies of the state clean and be more sensitive about water related issues. The CM told the Water Man that his party was really concerned about water related issues and they were making consistent efforts to overcome the same.“We cannot think of development without keeping the rivers and other water bodies clean. I promise to establish a water university as well as water authority in the state as advised by Mr Rajendra Singh,” said the CM. The CM also said there should be a special wing in the irrigation department for the cleaning of ponds and a separate budget should be passed for it. He also heaped praise on the chief secretary of Irrigation Department and his team for digging as many as 100 ponds in just 30 days in Bundelkhand of UP. Talking about River Hindon which is situated in western part of the state, the CM said there was a time when its water was potable unlike the present day.“The government will definitely take initiative for the rejuvenation of the Hindon River. As it is not possible to complete this work within a year, the party will include the cause in its announcement letter. A separate budget will be arranged for the environment and a green manifesto will also be prepared,” added the CM.

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Akhilesh Will consider to form a Water University Lucknow : Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has said that state government is committed to rejuvenate the rivers and ponds of UP. He said that water is necessary for life therefore we will have to protect rivers, ponds and other water resources. He said that steps taken by the state government for rivers and ponds has given faith to common man and they are coming forward for their help. It is our joint responsibility to maintain the cleanliness of rivers. He said that government has initiated the cleaning program for Hindon, Gomti, Yamuna and Varuna River. He said that to achieve the target of Green UP,Clean UP it is necessary to protect our rivers, ponds and other water resources. He said that water is necessary for life therefore we will have to protect rivers, ponds and other water resources. Samajwadi Party Government is very serious about this issue. Considering the importance of this issue this shall be incorporated in the election manifesto . The Samajwadi government of the state is not only talking about the project but We have initiate solid plans for the same and results have started showing. Irrigation Department has completed the work of d-silting of 100 ponds last month, which is a record. Addressing the program Mr. Rajendra Singh, Water man of India, said that the Hindon River got polluted because of waste water coming from industrial factories and distilleries. Chief Minister has shown interest to make the Hindon river pollution free and we are moving in the right direction. Inauguration of the Hindon Tour exhibition and release of the Hindon Tour case studies book. On this occasion Political pension minister Rajendra Chaudhari, chief secretary Alok Ranjan, Deepak Singhal, chief secretary information Navneet Sehgal, chief secretary chief minister GS Naveen Kumar were present.

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Akhilesh government will think about establishing ‘Water University’ in Uttar Pradesh Lucknow, June 27: Uttar Pradesh (UP) Chief Minister (CM) Akhilesh Yadav said the government was committed to the revival of all the water bodies and that the government was also planning to establish a 'water university' in the state. "Water is an essential thing for the human survival and we should vow to conserve it. The steps taken by the government have motivated people to contribute to the cause and they as well as the government are making efforts to bring a change,” said the CM at a function organized to plan the rejuvenation of River Hindon. What else the CM said: It is responsibility of all to keep the rivers clean and conserve water. The state government has initiated to revive the Hindon, Gomti, Yamuna and Varuna rivers. To get the mission ‘green UP, clean UP’ accomplished, it is necessary to protect the water bodies of the state. The Irrigation Department should have a special wing aimed at working for the ponds. The people of rural as well as urban areas should understand the significance of ponds and vow to protect the same. Our teams are working on the rejuvenation of River Varuna in Varanasi. Hundreds of people had illegally acquired the land surrounding Hindon. We could easily find out about whom those people belonged to. Development is the only agenda of Samajwadi Party while other parties tend to shift people’s attention from development. The government is consistently working to save the existence of ponds and rivers. The cities where the government has already begun working to save the water bodies include Vrindavan, Mathura, Ayodhya, Varanasi and Lucknow. Those who claim that Ganga is clean should answer whether the water of the river in Kanpur is potable. Even the foreigners aim at keeping our rivers clean.

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Conservation of Rivers, Ponds, and Water Sources is most important for target ‘Green UP, Clean UP Lucknow : Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav said that state Government is determined for revival and resurrection of Rivers and Ponds. He said that water is more important to our life so we will have save rivers, ponds and other water sources. The steps being taken by state government for rivers, ponds conservation to increased public confidence and he contributing for this work. Keep the river clean is our collective responsibility. He said that state government has been initiated to revitalized Hindon, Gomti, Yamuna and Varuna river. He said, “Conservation of Rivers, Ponds, and Water Sources is most important for target ‘Green UP, Clean UP. Addressing Hindon Yatra Program on Monday at his Government residence, Chief Minister said that supplementary budget will arranged for cleanliness of Hindon River. Work which is going for save ponds, rivers, shall be integrated system. Focusing on need of water management and conservation he said that for this will consider to established a ‘Water University'. Important stating to water conservation, River rejuvenation and ponds revival Shri Yadav said that Samajwadi is very serious about it. Keeping this issue seriously in mind, it should be involve on priority in his party’s election manifesto. He said that after completing Gomti river front scheme Lucknow will have a separate identity. Addressing the meeting ‘water man’ Mr. Rajendra Singh said that the efforts made by the state government towards the conservation of the environment including the revival of the water bodies is indeed commendable. Mr. Alok Ranjan said that the length of Hindon river is about 700 Kms. Which has got polluted for many reasons. CM has asked for separate budget for this river, which is being arranged. Chief Minister has shown interest to make the Hindon river pollution free and we are moving in the right direction. Principal Secretary Irrigation Deepak Singhal said that Protection and revival work of Hindon River is being done on priority. The program was also addressed by Anders Berntell, Executive Director, 2030 Water Resources group. On this occasion Chief Minister Inaugurated ‘Hindon Yatra exhibition’ and launches Hindon yatra case study book. On this occasion political pension minister Rajendra Chaudhari, chief secretary Alok Ranjan, Deepak Singhal, principal secretary information Navneet Sahgal, chief Secretary Chief Minister GS Naveen Kumar were present.

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Hindon will also be rejuvenated with River Gomti Lucknow: Along the lines of River Gomti, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav announced to rejuvenate River Hindon which is located in the western part of the state. The CM also expressed his concern about illegal mining which was rampant in the area. Taking forward the ‘Green UP, Clean UP’ mission, a programme called ‘Hindon Nadi Yatra’ was held at the CM house, located at Kalidas Marg in the state capital, where the CM urged people to acknowledge their responsibility of keeping the rivers as well as other water bodies clean. The CM also announced that the government would soon establish a water university in the state for better water management and water conservation. Other highlights: The CM threw light on the steps of his government taken for the rejuvenation of rivers in the state. The CM said the government was planning to take the initiative to rejuvenate River Hindon like Gomti, Yamuna and Varuna rivers. A supplementary budget was being arranged for the rejuvenation of River Hindon. The CM also told about the refurbishment of over 100 ponds in the state. Rajendra Singh aka Water Man suggested the CM to establish a ‘water authority university’ as well as a ‘river rejuvenation authority’ in the state. Akhilesh Yadav launched the ‘Hindon Yatra Case Study’ book and inaugurated the Hindon Yatra exhibition. UP Chief Secretary said he would not let the government fall short of funds to make River Hindon pollution free.

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Water Conservation is important for Green UP, Clean UP Lucknow : Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav said that state Government is determined for revival and resurrection of Rivers and Ponds. He said that water is more important to our life so we will have save rivers, ponds and other water sources. The steps being taken by state government for rivers, ponds conservation to increased public confidence and he contributing for this work. Keep the river clean is our collective responsibility. He said that state government has been initiated to revitalized Hindon, Gomti, Yamuna and Varuna river. He said, “Conservation of Rivers, Ponds, and Water Sources is most important for target ‘Green UP, Clean UP. Addressing Hindon Yatra Program on Monday at his Government residence, Chief Minister said that supplementary budget will arranged for cleanliness of Hindon River. Work which is going for save ponds, rivers, shall be integrated system. Focusing on need of water management and conservation he said that for this will consider to established a ‘Water University'. Important stating to water conservation, River rejuvenation and ponds revival Shri Yadav said that Samajwadi is very serious about it. Keeping this issue seriously in mind, it should be involve on priority in his party’s election announcement letter. Samajwadi government not only talking about water conservation, river rejuvenation and ponds revival, but he also done hard word towards it, which has show results now. In the last 1 month by Irrigation Department, there has done providence work of 100 ponds in Bundelkhand, which is a record. Talking about the development plans of the state CM said that we have created 4 lane roads for -Lucknow Express way, and IT City which includes beautification and broadening the roads, over bridges and ROB. He said that Gomti River front scheme will give a new identity to Lucknow. Addressing the program Mr. Rajendra Singh, Water man of India, said that the Hindon River got polluted because of waste water coming from industrial factories and distilleries. Chief Minister has shown interest to make the Hindon river pollution free and we are moving in the right direction. Shri Singh said that the work being done by the state government towards the conservation and revival of the rivers and ponds. 2030 WRG Hindustan June 28, 2016 Page 11

State to have Water University : Akhilesh For better water management UP will have Water University. Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav announced this in a function ‘Hindon River Yatra’ organized at his residence this demand has come from Sri Rajendra Singh. Chief Minister said that we want to have a University in the state which can work in the field of water management chief minister announced to have a water development authority, he said that we are considering formation of a special wing under the irrigation department which can work for water resources management. Sri Yadav said that his government is committed to rejuvenation of rivers and ponds. State government has taken the initiative to clean Hindon, Gomti, Yamuna and Varuna. We are working on Hindon River rejuvenation and if required supplementary budget will be provided. Chief Minister said that water conservation, river rejuvenation and cleaning of ponds is important for us.

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Will form A Water University : CM Lucknow : Speaking on Monday Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav Said that Hindon River Yatra he said that the supplementary budget shall be provided for Hindon river. The work is being done for ponds and rivers will be put under integrated plan. He emphasized the need of water management, for this creation of water university will be considered. Speaking at his official residence on the occasion of Hindon River Yatra Program, Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has said that state government is committed to rejuvenate the rivers and ponds of UP. He said that water is necessary for life therefore we will have to protect rivers, ponds and other water resources. Samajwadi Party Government is very serious about this issue. Considering the importance of this issue this shall be incorporated in the election manifesto . The Samajwadi government of the state is not only talking about the project but We have initiate solid plans for the same and results have started showing. Irrigation Department has completed the work of d-silting of 100 ponds last month, which is a record. Talking about the development plans of the state CM said that we have created 4 lane roads for Agra-Lucknow Express way, Lucknow Metro and IT City which includes beautification and broadening the roads, over bridges and ROB. He said that Gomti River front scheme will give a new identity to Lucknow. Addressing the program Mr. Rajendra Singh, Water man of India, said that the Hindon River got polluted because of waste water coming from industrial factories and distilleries. Chief Minister has shown interest to make the Hindon river pollution free and we are moving in the right direction. Chief Secretary Mr. Alok Ranjan said that the length of Hindon river is about 700 Kms. Which has got polluted for many reasons. CM has asked for separate budget for this river, which is being arranged. Chief Minister has shown interest to make the Hindon river pollution free and we are moving in the right direction.

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To have the research on water UP may consider for establishing University: Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Mr. Akhilesh Yadav has said that for the research on water we will consider for establishing a University. Speaking on the occasion of a program related to cleaning of Hindon he said that Water is life following this theory we are considering for establishing the University, so that the extensive research could be done for use of water and saving. He said that to maintain the water level Irrigation Department should have a separate branch for working in rural areas. We cannot compromise with the existence of ponds of our cities and villages. Chief Minister said that these days work is in progress at Varuna River in Varanasi. People have encroached the banks of river for which notices are being served. Aiming the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, without taking his name he said that I am not the member of parliament from Varanasi, Now it can be understood who are these people. He also said that Samajwadi Party believes in politics for development where has the others try to mislead. We are committed for rejuvenation of Hindon River for which addition budget shall be provided. Shri Yadav Said that we will have to save the existence of ponds. He said few people gave a slogan of Aviral Dhara but nothing has been done for last 2 years where as his government is working to save the existence of rivers. Work is going on in Brindavan, Mathura, Ayodhya, Varanasi and Lucknow. People who claim the cleaning of Ganga should be answerable whether Ganga Water at Kanpur can be use for drinking ? He said all should contribute to cleaning of our rivers. Prior to this Mr. Rajendra Singh Water man of India discussed the pollution in Hindon River he said Hindon is politically a very important river. We must protect our rivers. Chief Secretary Mr. Alok Ranjan and Principal Secretary Irrigation Mr. Deepak Singhal also spoke on the occasion.

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CM Akhilesh Yadav announces establishment of Water University in UP on environmentalist Rajendra Singh's demand Lucknow: In a bid to strengthen the water management of the state, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has announced to establish a water university as advised by the environmentalist Rajendra Singh. The government wants to establish a university that can properly work on water management and it will be done soon. The government will also give a thought to Mr Rajendra Singh’s suggestion of establishing ‘water authority’ in the state,” said the CM while speaking at an event organized by the Water Resource and the Irrigation department on Monday. Special wing to look after the ponds:The CM said a special wing should be made under the Irrigation Department to look after the ponds. The wing should bear the responsibility of digging the ponds as well as curbing the illegal mining. The CM ordered the chief secretary of the Irrigation Department to complete this task. The CM said the funds required for the cause would be provided by the government. "The government is striving for the rejuvenation of River Hindon and it will undoubtedly provide adequate funds for the cause. Furthermore, a supplementary budget will also be passed by the government,” added the CM. Green Manifesto:The CM said development did not only mean big construction works but protecting the environment is also a kind of development. Hence, the Samajwadi party is preparing a green manifesto for the next Assembly polls. People have started calling the logo of Samajwadi Party as the progressive cycle and I’m quite happy about it. What else the CM said: The government has already sent legal notices to as many as 750 squatters. Taking a dig at the Bhartiya Janata Party, the CM said everyone would soon know who was behind the land-grabbing in Varanasi.

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Keeping rivers clean is a collective effort: Akhilesh: The Chief Minister of UP Akhilesh Yadav said that the State government is resolved to revive the rivers and water bodies of the state. He said that water is an essential life force and that we must preserve our sources of water. The steps taken by the State Government in reviving and conserving rivers and other water bodies has boosted people’s confidence and they’re also contributing to this task. Keeping rivers clean is a team effort said Akhilesh, adding that the state govt has initiated revival of Yamuna, Gomti, Hindon and Varuna rivers. And that in order to achieve the target of ‘Clean UP Green UP ’conservation of rivers and other water bodies is important. The CM expressed these views on Monday at his official residence while addressing the Hindon River Tour programme. He said that Hindon River’s cleaning will be arranged for in the supplementary budget. In order to save the rivers and ponds collective arrangements will be made. Stressing on the importance of water management and conservation in the state he said that thought will be given to establishing a ‘water university'. Talking about the steps taken in water conservation and revival of rivers and other water bodies Yadav said that Samajwadi Party is very serious about this issue and given its seriousness it will be prominently included in his party’s electoral declaration. The Samajwadi Party is not only talking about this issue but has also taken concrete steps in the direction, the results of which are visible now. Within the last month the Irrigation Department did the de-silting of one hundred ponds in Bundelkhand which is a record. Shedding light on the various developmental schemes of the state government in the state, the Chief Minister said that they include the Agra-Lucknow Expressway, Lucknow Metro, IT City, 4- lane ways, widening of roads and construction of flyovers etc. in the last four years the State government has developed the entire state including the capital city of Lucknow. The CM claimed that Lucknow city will get a new look after the completion of the Gomti river-front plan. Addressing the meeting ‘water man’ Mr. Rajendra Singh said that the efforts made by the state government towards the conservation of the environment including the revival of the water bodies is indeed commendable. 2030 WRG PioneerPIONEER, 28/JUNE/16, June 28, PAGE- 2016 2 Page 2 Rejuvenation of Rivers and ponds be pole issue for SP Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has said that state government is committed to rejuvenate the rivers and ponds of UP. He said that water is necessary for life therefore we will have to protect rivers, ponds and other water resources. Samajwadi Party Government is very serious about this issue. Considering the importance of this issue this shall be incorporated in the election manifesto . Speaking at his official residence on the occasion of Hindon River Yatra he said that the supplementary budget shall be provided for Hindon river. The work is being done for ponds and rivers will be put under integrated plan. He emphasized the need of water management, for this creation of water university will be considered. He said that steps taken by the state government for rivers and ponds has given faith to common man and they are coming forward for their help. It is our joint responsibility to maintain the cleanliness of rivers. He said that government has initiated the cleaning program for Hindon, Gomti, Yamuna and Varuna River. The Samajwadi government of the state is not only talking about the project but We have initiate solid plans for the same and results have started showing. Irrigation Department has completed the work of d-silting of 100 ponds last month, which is a record. Addressing the program Mr. Rajendra Singh, Water man of India, said that the Hindon River got polluted because of waste water coming from industrial factories and distilleries. Chief Minister has shown interest to make the Hindon river pollution free and we are moving in the right direction. He also mentioned about the rejuvenation of chandrawal river of mahoba. Chief Secretary Mr. Alok Ranjan said that the length of Hindon river is about 700 Kms. Which has got polluted for many reasons. CM has asked for separate budget for this river, which is being arranged. He said the 100 ponds were rejuvenated in Bundelkhand in one month. He said that the state government is working on Yamuna river in Brindavan along with gomti, varuna and hindon. The program was addressed by Mr. Anders Berntell, Executive Director, 2030 WRG. Cm also inaugurated the Hindon Yatra Exhibition and Hindon Yatra case study book.

2030 WRG Prabhat June 28, 2016 Page 2 Keep the river clean is our collective responsibility : Akhilesh Lucknow : State chief minister Akhilesh Yadav said that keep the rivers clean is our collective responsibility. So it should be do joint work and save environment. Speaking at his official residence on the occasion of Hindon River Yatra he said that the supplementary budget shall be provided for Hindon river. The work is being done for ponds and rivers will be put under integrated plan. He emphasized the need of water management, for this creation of water university will be considered. Keeping our rivers clean is everyone’s responsibility said Akhilesh and added that the revival of Yamuna, Gomti, Hindon and Varuna rivers has been initiated by the state govt. And that in order to achieve the target of ‘Clean UP Green UP’ conservation of rivers and all the other water bodies is very important. Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has said that state government is committed to rejuvenate the rivers and ponds of UP. He said that water is necessary for life therefore we will have to protect rivers, ponds and other water resources. Telling about last 4 years he said that state government has done aggressive development in Capital Lucknow along with all over state. He said that after completing Gomti River front scheme Lucknow will have a separate identity. Addressing the program Mr. Rajendra Singh, Water man of India, said that the Hindon River got polluted because of waste water coming from industrial factories and distilleries. Chief Minister has shown interest to make the Hindon river pollution free and we are moving in the right direction. Chief Secretary Mr. Alok Ranjan said that the length of Hindon river is about 700 Kms. Which has got polluted for many reasons. CM has asked for separate budget for this river, which is being arranged and cleaning of river is going on. On the occasion chief secretary Irrigation Deepak Singhal said that State government has doing Gomti River front development in Lucknow, channelization and bank development Project of Varuna River in Varanasi, expansion of Yamuna river banks in Brindavan (Mathura), revival and rejuvenation Hindon River protection on priority basis is going on.

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Chief Minister addresses Hindon River Yatra Program Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has said that state government is committed to rejuvenate the rivers and ponds of UP. He said that water is necessary for life therefore we will have to protect rivers, ponds and other water resources. Samajwadi Party Government is very serious about this issue. Considering the importance of this issue this shall be incorporated in the election manifesto .Speaking at his official residence on the occasion of Hindon River Yatra he said that the supplementary budget shall be provided for Hindon river. The work is being done for ponds and rivers will be put under integrated plan. He emphasized the need of water management, for this creation of water university will be considered. He said that steps taken by the state government for rivers and ponds has given faith to common man and they are coming forward for their help. It is our joint responsibility to maintain the cleanliness of rivers. He said that government has initiated the cleaning program for Hindon, Gomti, Yamuna and Varuna River. He said that to achieve the target of Green UP,Clean UP it is necessary to protect our rivers, ponds and other water resources. Speaking at his official residence on the occasion of Hindon River Yatra he said that the supplementary budget shall be provided for Hindon river. The work is being done for ponds and rivers will be put under integrated plan. He emphasized the need of water management, for this creation of water university will be considered. The Samajwadi government of the state is not only talking about the project but We have initiate solid plans for the same and results have started showing. Irrigation Department has completed the work of d-silting of 100 ponds last month, which is a record. Talking about the development plans of the state CM said that we have created 4 lane roads for Agra-Lucknow Express way, Lucknow Metro and IT City which includes beautification and broadening the roads, over bridges and ROB. He said that Gomti River front scheme will give a new identity to Lucknow. Addressing the program Mr. Rajendra Singh, Water man of India, said that the Hindon River got polluted because of waste water coming from industrial factories and distilleries. Chief Minister has shown interest to make the Hindon river pollution free and we are moving in the right direction.

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To have the research on water will consider for establishing University Lucknow : Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav said that for research on water will consider to establish a water university in the state. During a program Shri Yadav was saying about cleanliness of Hindon River. He said that water is life. Speaking on the occasion of a program related to cleaning of Hindon he said that Water is life following this theory we are considering for establishing the University, so that the extensive research could be done for use of water and saving. He said that to maintain the water level Irrigation Department should have a separate branch for working in rural areas. We cannot compromise with the existence of ponds of our cities and villages. Chief Minister said that these days work is in progress at Varuna River in Varanasi. People have encroached the banks of river for which notices are being served. He also said that Samajwadi Party believes in politics for development where has the others try to mislead. We are committed for rejuvenation of Hindon River for which addition budget shall be provided. Shri Yadav Said that we will have to save the existence of ponds. He said few people gave a slogan of Aviral Dhara but nothing has been done for last 2 years where as his government is working to save the existence of rivers. Work is going on in Brindavan, Mathura, Ayodhya, Varanasi and Lucknow. People who claim the cleaning of Ganga should be answerable whether Ganga Water at Kanpur can be use for drinking ? He said all should contribute to cleaning of our rivers. Prior to this Mr. Rajendra Singh Water man of India discussed the pollution in Hindon River he said Hindon is politically a very important river. We must protect our rivers. Addressing the program Mr. Rajendra Singh, Water man of India, said that work by state government towards environment protection and rivers, ponds protection, revival and rejuvenation are appreciated and suggested to establish a Water Authority, Water University and River Rejuvenation Authority to make Uttar Pradesh to Uttar Pradesh. He had focused on d-slitting of all ponds in the state. The program was also addressed by Anders Berntell, Executive Director, 2030 Water Resources group. On this occasion Chief Minister Inaugurated ‘Hindon Yatra exhibition’ and launches Hindon yatra case study book. On this occasion political pension minister Rajendra Chaudhari, chief secretary Alok Ranjan, Deepak Singhal, principal secretary information Navneet Sahgal, chief Secretary Chief Minister GS Naveen Kumar were present. 2030 WRG Rashtriya SwaroopRASHTRIYA SWAROOP, June 28, 28/JUNE/16, 2016 Page PAGE- 2 2

Keeping rivers clean is everyone’s responsibility: Chief Minister: Inauguration of the Yatra exhibition and release of the Hindon Tour case studies book. The Chief Minister of UP Akhilesh Yadav said that the State government is resolved to revive the rivers and water bodies of the state. He said that water is an essential life force and that we have to preserve our water sources. The steps taken by the State Government in reviving and conserving rivers and other water bodies has boosted people’s confidence in the government, and they’re also contributing to the task. Keeping our rivers clean is everyone’s responsibility said Akhilesh and added that the revival of Yamuna, Gomti, Hindon and Varuna rivers has been initiated by the state govt. And that in order to achieve the target of ‘Clean UP Green UP’ conservation of rivers and all the other water bodies is very important. The CM expressed these views on Monday at his official residence while addressing the Hindon River Tour programme. He said that Hindon River’s cleaning will be arranged for in the supplementary budget. In order to save the rivers and ponds collective arrangements will be made. Stressing on the importance of water management and conservation in the State he said that thought will be given to establishing a ‘water university'. Talking about the steps taken in water conservation and revival of rivers and other water bodies Yadav said that Samajwadi Party is very serious about this issue and given its seriousness it will be prominently included in his party’s electoral declaration. The Party is not only talking about this issue but has also taken concrete steps in the direction, because of which within the last one month de-silting of one hundred ponds in Bundelkhand was undertaken by the Irrigation Department, which is a record. Addressing the meeting Chief Secretary Alok Ranjan said that the Hindon river is approximately 700 kms. long and that the river is polluted due to several reasons . Inside the box: Water man Rajendra Singh said that the efforts made by the state government towards the conservation of the environment including the revival of the water bodies is indeed commendable. He said that the Hindon river is polluted because of the emissions from industries, distilleries and sewage waste. He further added that the CM has expressed his desire to make this river pollution-free due to which the task is being made possible. 2030 WRG Roz Ki Khabar June 28, 2016 Page 1

Water conservation for Green UP, Clean UP Lucknow : Chief Minister said that state Government is determined for revival and resurrection of Rivers and Ponds. He said that water is more important to our life so we will have save rivers, ponds and other water sources. The steps being taken by state government for rivers, ponds conservation to increased public confidence and he contributing for this work. He said that state government has been initiated to revitalized Hindon, Gomti, Yamuna and Varuna river. In view of need conservation will establish water university Redemption of Hindon Yatra case study book by CM

2030 WRG Spasht Awaaz June 28, 2016 Page 3 Might open an University on water research: Chief Minister CM Akhilesh Yadav said that he will consider opening a University on water research in the State. While addressing a program on Monday for the cleaning of Hindon River Mr. Yadav said “water is life.” Based on this his government is pondering over opening a University so that water usage, its conservation etc. can be studied in detail. He said that in order to maintain the ground-water level the Irrigation Department will have a branch that will work solely on ponds and lakes. These water bodies existence must not be compromised upon in villages and in cities. The CM said that cleaning of Varuna river is going on these days in Varanasi. Hundreds of people have occupied land around the river and are being served notices. Without taking Prime Minister Narendra Modi's name the CM said that “I am not a Member of Parliament from there, but I can easily find out who are these illegal occupants. “ He said that his Samajwadi Party is into development politics unlike others. He is determined to clean the Hindon river. Arrangements will be made in the supplementary budget for the same. Mr. Yadav said that the water bodies will have to be saved. He said that people chanted incessantly to save the river Ganges for two whole years but nothing was done. On the other hand his government is working non- stop to save rivers. Concrete steps have been taken in Vrindavan, Ayodhya, Mathura, Varanasi and in Lucknow. He demanded that those claiming to have cleaned the Ganges must answer if its water is fit for drinking in Kanpur. He said that even foreigners have a passion for cleaning India’s rivers and we must learn from this and each and every person must focus on keeping rivers clean. Water Man Rajendra Singh shed light on the pollution of the Hindon river. He said that the river is important from a political point of view as well. Rivers must be preserved. Chief Secretary Alok Ranjan and Head Secretary of the Irrigation Dept. Deep Singhal also addressed the audience on the occasion.

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Akhilesh Government Will consider to form a Water University Lucknow : Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has said that state government is committed to rejuvenate the rivers and ponds of UP. He said that water is necessary for life therefore we will have to protect rivers, ponds and other water resources. The steps taken by the State Government in reviving and conserving rivers and other water bodies has boosted people’s confidence in the government, and they’re also contributing to the task. Keeping our rivers clean is everyone’s responsibility said Akhilesh and added that the revival of Yamuna, Gomti, Hindon and Varuna rivers has been initiated by the state govt. And that in order to achieve the target of ‘Clean UP Green UP’ conservation of rivers and all the other water bodies is very important. Samajwadi Party Government is very serious about this issue. Considering the importance of this issue this shall be incorporated in the election manifesto . The Samajwadi government of the state is not only talking about the project but We have initiate solid plans for the same and results have started showing. Irrigation Department has completed the work of d-silting of 100 ponds last month, which is a record. Addressing the program Mr. Rajendra Singh, Water man of India, said that work by state government towards environment protection and rivers, ponds protection, revival and rejuvenation are appreciated and suggested to establish a Water Authority, Water University and River Rejuvenation Authority to make Uttar Pradesh to Uttar Pradesh. He had focused on d-slitting of all ponds in the state. On this occasion Chief Minister Inaugurated ‘Hindon Yatra exhibition’ and launches Hindon yatra case study book. On this occasion political pension minister Rajendra Chaudhari, chief secretary Alok Ranjan, Deepak Singhal, principal secretary information Navneet Sahgal, chief Secretary Chief Minister GS Naveen Kumar were present.

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Government committed for rejuvenation of rivers and ponds : CM Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has said that state government is committed to rejuvenate the rivers and ponds of UP. He said that water is necessary for life therefore we will have to protect rivers, ponds and other water resources. Samajwadi Party Government is very serious about this issue. Considering the importance of this issue this shall be incorporated in the election manifesto .Speaking at his official residence on the occasion of Hindon River Yatra he said that the supplementary budget shall be provided for Hindon river. The work is being done for ponds and rivers will be put under integrated plan. He emphasized the need of water management, for this creation of water university will be considered. He said that steps taken by the state government for rivers and ponds has given faith to common man and they are coming forward for their help. It is our joint responsibility to maintain the cleanliness of rivers. He said that government has initiated the cleaning program for Hindon, Gomti, Yamuna and Varuna River. The Samajwadi government of the state is not only talking about the project but We have initiate solid plans for the same and results have started showing. Irrigation Department has completed the work of d-silting of 100 ponds last month, which is a record. Addressing the program Mr. Rajendra Singh, Water man of India, said that the Hindon River got polluted because of waste water coming from industrial factories and distilleries. Chief Minister has shown interest to make the Hindon river pollution free and we are moving in the right direction. He also mentioned about the rejuvenation of chandrawal river of mahoba. Chief Secretary Mr. Alok Ranjan said that the length of Hindon river is about 700 Kms. Which has got polluted for many reasons. CM has asked for separate budget for this river, which is being arranged. He said the 100 ponds were rejuvenated in Bundelkhand in one month. He said that the state government is working on Yamuna river in Brindavan along with gomti, varuna and hindon. Talking about the development plans of the state CM said that we have created 4 lane roads for Agra-Lucknow Express way, Lucknow Metro and IT City which includes beautification and broadening the roads, over bridges and ROB. He said that Gomti River front scheme will give a new identity to Lucknow.

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