Kejriwal has ‘to blame himself’ for the flooding, ‘pathetic situation’ of Delhi, says LG office

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Arvind Kejriwal—meant for Flood Control and Preparedness in the capital city for not holding any meetings for the last 2 years, amid flood in low lying areas of the national capital.  However, the Kejriwal government has refuted the claims of the LG office and said Minister Atishi chaired the meeting on July 6, 2023 as Revenue Minister. A compulsory meeting of the Apex Committee "should have taken place by the end of June and issue Flood Control Order" reported ANI quoting a statement issued by the LG's office   "The Apex Committee meeting ensures seamless coordination between various agencies including GNCTD, GOI, Army and Central Water Commission (CWC).

A compulsory meeting of the Apex Committee should have taken place by the end of June and issued Flood Control Order. Flood Control Order was issued without the Apex Committee meeting and without preceding preparations", the statement read.

Also Read | Delhi flood: Arvind Kejriwal inspects rain-affected areas, assures to provide relief   Delhi Chief Minister has "none other but to blame himself" for the flooding and resultant "pathetic situation" of the capital, the statement says. "Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, who is making his ministers and AAP leaders do overtime in blaming everyone and everything under the sun, for the flooding and resultant pathetic situation of the National Capital, has none other but to blame himself.

All statements being made by AAP Ministers and spokespersons are blatantly false", the statement stated. The LG office statement also alleged that though a file was submitted to the CM for convening the mandatory meeting, "Kejriwal chose not to even look at this critical file related to flood control." "On a file moved by the DM of East District, who