Chief Engineer reviews water supply issues in Jaffarabad; action taken against water theft

NASEERABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 11th Jul, 2026) Chief Engineer Canals Qurban Ali Jatoi, accompanied by Executive Engineer Pat Feeder Canal Fareed Ahmed Pindrani and Sub-Divisional Officer Amanullah Gajani, held a meeting with Deputy Commissioner Jaffarabad Khalid Khan to discuss agricultural water supply during the ongoing Kharif season. Sub-Divisional Officer Syed Amjad Shah was also present.

During the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Khalid Khan briefed participants on the district’s integrated agricultural strategy to ensure farmers receive their rightful share of water. Executive Engineer Fareed Ahmed Pindrani highlighted that shortfalls in water supply from Sindh have created difficulties, while Chief Engineer Jatoi noted that reduced flows in the Indus River have affected the entire irrigation system.

Despite these challenges, Jatoi assured that fair distribution of available water is being ensured. He emphasized that indiscriminate action is being taken against water theft, particularly against those using oversized pipes to deprive tail-end farmers of their share. So far, legal proceedings have been initiated against eight individuals involved in water theft.

Jatoi further explained that since Jaffarabad’s canals were located at the tail end of the system, water delivery faces natural difficulties. However, the Irrigation Department is utilizing all available resources to guarantee equitable water supply to farmers. He reaffirmed that ensuring fair access to irrigation water remains the department’s top priority.