Enter search text:Panchna dam row may spark caste tension, warns former Rajasthan CM Ashok GehlotPTILast Updated: Jun 22, 2026, 09:48:00 AM ISTSynopsisFormer Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot has cautioned that the ongoing Panchna dam dispute risks escalating into caste tensions. He criticized the state government's inaction, stating their approach is worsening the situation and fostering conflict. Gehlot urged the government to immediately engage in dialogue with Gurjar and Meena community representatives to find a resolution, highlighting the lack of meaningful talks despite weeks of protests.Listen to this article in summarized formatPTIPanchna dam row may spark caste tension, warns Rajasthan CM Ashok GehlotJaipur: Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot on Sunday warned that the ongoing Panchna dam dispute could lead to caste tensions and urged the state government to intervene and hold talks with the Gurjar and Meena communities to resolve the issue.Gehlot alleged the government's approach was aggravating the situation and creating conditions for conflict.Also read: Rajasthan CM flags off electric buses under PM e-Bus Sewa scheme"The way the government is functioning, it appears that such a situation is being created. In Panchna dam issue, there is already tension between communities.The government should have called representatives, panch-patels and public representatives from both sides and tried to find a solution," he said. He said that despite nearly two to three weeks of protests, no meaningful dialogue had been initiated by the government.( Originally published on Jun 21, 2026 )Read More News on