State water resources minister Mahipal Maderna on Wednesday clarified there was no question of banning the use of private borewells or swimming pools in the city. Maderna said that the state government can only appeal to people to refrain from using borewells or swimming pools. Answering queries regarding reports that the state government might be placing a blanket ban, he said, “It is not possible. One can stop giving permission for new ones but in case of the existing private ones, the state government can only make an appeal.’’ Maderna said the state government was doing all it can to deal with the severe water crisis in the state.
Confirming the 5% water cut in Jaipur from Thursday because of low level of water in Bisalpur, he said, “We have come up with a policy on water, where in a provision has been made for tax on water. This would ensure misuse of water.’’ Maderna added that the water crises was most severe in district of Jaipur, Ajmer and Bhilwara. Chief minister Ashok Gehlot along with Maderna and other cabinet ministers and officials reviewed drought relief work by the state’s disaster management department. The government announced time revision for NREGA workers to ensure that they do not have to work in extreme weather conditions. The district collectors have been directed to ensure this.
Confirming the 5% water cut in Jaipur from Thursday because of low level of water in Bisalpur, he said, “We have come up with a policy on water, where in a provision has been made for tax on water. This would ensure misuse of water.’’ Maderna added that the water crises was most severe in district of Jaipur, Ajmer and Bhilwara. Chief minister Ashok Gehlot along with Maderna and other cabinet ministers and officials reviewed drought relief work by the state’s disaster management department. The government announced time revision for NREGA workers to ensure that they do not have to work in extreme weather conditions. The district collectors have been directed to ensure this.
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