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Punjab MLA Urges Governor to Approve Uj River Dam Project
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 05:18 PM
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Punjab MLA Kuldeep Singh met the state governor in Chandigarh to push for the long‑delayed Uj River dam project, which has been pending for over a decade.
In Chandigarh, MLA Kuldeep Singh met the Governor of Punjab to advocate for the construction of a dam on the Uj River. The meeting was aimed at drawing the central government’s attention to a project that has been stalled for 10 to 12 years.
The Uj River, which flows through parts of Punjab, has been a subject of debate due to its potential for irrigation and hydroelectric power. The MLA highlighted the benefits of the dam for local farmers and the broader region, emphasizing the need for timely action.
While the Governor acknowledged the importance of the project, he noted that the decision ultimately rests with the central authorities. He assured that the state would continue to lobby for the project’s approval.
If approved, the dam could provide significant water security and boost agricultural productivity in the area, potentially transforming the livelihoods of thousands of residents.
The Uj River, which flows through parts of Punjab, has been a subject of debate due to its potential for irrigation and hydroelectric power. The MLA highlighted the benefits of the dam for local farmers and the broader region, emphasizing the need for timely action.
While the Governor acknowledged the importance of the project, he noted that the decision ultimately rests with the central authorities. He assured that the state would continue to lobby for the project’s approval.
If approved, the dam could provide significant water security and boost agricultural productivity in the area, potentially transforming the livelihoods of thousands of residents.