Independent report
Naseerabad, November 12: Deputy Commissioner Naseerabad Varinder Lal has directed irrigation authorities to ensure fair and timely distribution of agricultural water through Baba Kot and Rabi canals and address farmers’ complaints regarding water shortages.
He issued these directions while chairing a meeting with irrigation officials, including the Chief Engineer, Executive Engineer and Sub-Divisional Officer.
The meeting reviewed water availability, distribution arrangements and problems faced by farmers.
The Deputy Commissioner stressed that ensuring water reaches tail-end areas was a key responsibility of the Irrigation Department.
He directed officials to regularly monitor canal conditions, prevent illegal water distribution and wastage, and take effective measures to resolve farmers’ problems on a priority basis.
