Bhilwara: Tonk farmers Friday, led by Rashtriya Kisan Mahapanchayat president Rampal Jat, took out a foot march till the district collector’s office from Krishi Mandi to demand release of water from Bisalpur Dam for irrigation.The protesters staged a dharna outside the collector’s office. A delegation also held talks with Tonk district collector Tina Dabi, where it was agreed to hold a meeting on Nov 18 regarding the release of water into the canals. Dabi said that at present four districts are demanding drinking water supply from Bisalpur Dam. The inflow into the dam has been low due to low rainfall this year, she said. “However, we will try to provide the farmers with at least two TMC of water through the canals. For this, we will meet the farmers on Nov 18,” she added.According to Rampal Jat, Tonk farmers have the first right over Bisalpur Dam, and they will ensure this. “The canals have not been completely cleaned. We informed the district collector that cleaning should be done soon. The administration should ensure that water reaches tail-end,” Jat said.
