NGT Directs WRD to Address Water Outflow at Kerwa Reservoir Within 15 Days
The National Green Tribunal (NGT), Central Zonal Bench in Bhopal, directed the Water Resources Department (WRD) to address continuous water outflow from Kerwa Reservoir within 15 days. This follows a halted ground verification survey on September 9 due to disputes over whether the reservoir had reached its Full Tank Level (FTL). Applicant Dr. Subhash C. Pandey alleged water loss through an artificial bypass and disappearance of boundary pillars. The NGT scheduled the next hearing for September 30 and awaits further submissions on related water bodies.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (41/100). Lens Score 60/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (32–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
freepressjournal broke this story on 15 Sept, 09:31 pm. Other outlets followed.