Jal Shakti Department issues warning
Jal Shakti Department has raised an alarm because of the prolonged dry spell in Kashmir, resulting in crucial reduction in water levels across the valley.
Sanjeev Malhotra, Chief Engineer of Kashmir Jal Shakti emphasised the urgent need for a wet spell to replenish water resources.
Malhotra urged people to use water judiciously because the drying of water bodies has led to the decline in portable water supply.
He said: ” All the portable water supply tankers are in alert mode and in state of readiness, as a precautionary measure.”
“The situation is under close monitoring, particularly in some North and central Kashmir areas where complaints of water shortages are increasing,” he commented.
Notably, historically abundant water sources, including lakes and rivers, are facing unprecedented challenges, sparking fears of an imminent water scarcity crisis.
An independent weather forecaster in Kashmir reported that the Jhelum River’s water level has hit an all-time low due to the prolonged dry spell. The rivers at Sangam and Asham are flowing at the lowest recorded levels, highlighting the severity of the situation.
