Nirmala Sitharaman blames K’taka govt for water crisis

Responding to the delay in drought relief funds, Sitharaman said the release of funds has to go through a few procedures.

BySouth First Desk

Published Apr 07, 2024 | 3:01 PMUpdatedApr 07, 2024 | 3:01 PM

Nirmala Sitharaman on Modi government

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Saturday, hit out at the Siddaramaiah government over the Bengaluru water crisis and alleged that the Congress halted many irrigation projects and initiatives after assuming power last year. She also criticised the government for the alleged deteriorating law and order. The minister also expressed concern over “cholera possibly spreading in the town”.

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