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JD(U) Leader Demands 2050 Water Assessment Before Farakka Treaty Renewal
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 07:37 PM
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JD(U) national executive chairman Sanjay Jha criticized the Farakka water treaty, citing a 73% loss for Bihar, and called for a scientific assessment of the state's water needs up to 2050 before its December 2026 renewal.
Sanjay Jha, the national executive chairman of the Janata Dal (United), slammed the Farakka water treaty as detrimental to Bihar, arguing that the agreement has caused a 73% loss for the state.
Jha urged that before the treaty is renewed in December 2026, a comprehensive scientific assessment of Bihar’s water requirements up to the year 2050 should be undertaken.
The statement underscores long‑standing concerns over water rights and allocation between the states of West Bengal and Bihar.
By demanding an evidence‑based review, the JD(U) seeks to ensure that any future water sharing arrangement is equitable and reflects Bihar’s needs.
Jha urged that before the treaty is renewed in December 2026, a comprehensive scientific assessment of Bihar’s water requirements up to the year 2050 should be undertaken.
The statement underscores long‑standing concerns over water rights and allocation between the states of West Bengal and Bihar.
By demanding an evidence‑based review, the JD(U) seeks to ensure that any future water sharing arrangement is equitable and reflects Bihar’s needs.