Punjab Demands ₹1.44 Lakh Crore Royalty from Rajasthan Over River Water

The longstanding dispute over water sharing between Punjab and Rajasthan has taken a new turn with Punjab demanding a hefty sum of ₹1.44 lakh crore in royalty from Rajasthan. The Punjab government, citing pre-independence agreements, argues that Rajasthan owes this amount for the use of river water flowing through the region. This demand has heightened tensions between the two states, raising concerns about a potential conflict over this vital resource.