The article proposes resolving the Punjab-Haryana Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) canal water dispute by marking the 60th anniversary of Haryana's formation. The author argues that a negotiated settlement, rather than court orders or legislation, is the only viable path. While acknowledging the difficulty, the piece suggests that Punjab cannot simply ignore legal agreements or land acquisition, and Haryana's court order cannot be enforced against Punjab's popular will. The author believes a resolution is possible with the right mindset, fostering unity between the states.