Independent report
NASEERABAD, November 13: Commissioner Naseerabad Division Salahuddin Noorzai has directed irrigation officials to ensure fair distribution of canal water during the Rabi season, particularly to farmers at the tail-end of the irrigation system.
During a meeting with Chief Engineer Canals Qurban Ali Jatoi and other irrigation officials, the commissioner reviewed water availability, canal rehabilitation and maintenance, and measures to improve the use of irrigation resources.
He said Naseerabad was one of Balochistan’s most productive agricultural regions and played a significant role in meeting the country’s food requirements.
He stressed that farmers should receive their due share of water to prevent any disruption to wheat and other Rabi crops.
The commissioner also called for effective canal cleaning, strengthening of embankments and measures to prevent water theft, warning that negligence would not be tolerated.
Irrigation officials briefed him on the water situation in the Pat Feeder and Kachhi canal systems and ongoing development and repair work.
They assured him that all available resources would be utilised to address farmers’ difficulties and ensure equitable water distribution during the Rabi season.
