*Urges people to offer prayers for rain
Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, July 25: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference president and former J&K Chief Minister, Dr. Farooq Abdullah today expressed concern over the severe water shortage affecting both domestic and irrigation needs.
While interacting with the party functionaries at the NC Headquarters here today, Farooq said that the people are desperate for water to fulfill their drinking and irrigation needs. “The situation is growing increasingly dire as each day passes, yet the administration remains indifferent to their plight.
The cries of the people are falling on deaf ears and the consequences of this negligence are becoming more severe by the minute. It is imperative that immediate action is taken to address this pressing issue before it escalates further,” he said.
The scorching weather and prolonged dry spell, Farooq said have sparked serious concerns regarding water scarcity and its impact on daily life. “The soaring temperatures recorded in various parts of Jammu and Kashmir paint a troubling picture. The persistent dry conditions have resulted in a significant decline in water levels across Kashmir’s water bodies, severely affecting agricultural activities.
“Farmers are grappling with immense challenges as irrigation sources dry up or remain dysfunctional due to a lack of necessary repairs. This could potentially lead to a decrease in agricultural yield, impacting the region’s food supply and economy. The government’s inaction on this issue is alarming, with no steps being taken to ensure steady irrigation facilities for farmers,” he added.
“The officers should be on the ground, actively addressing the situation. It is disappointing that no government representative has reached out to our struggling farmers. There is a lack of advisories being published to help them cope with the heat wave and protect their crops from the intense weather conditions. It is imperative that immediate action is taken to address these pressing issues,” former CM said.
Farooq Abdullah passionately urged the people to offer special prayers for rain.
Meanwhile, a delegation, headed by former MLA and Constituency In- charge of Tral, Dr. Ghulam Nabi Bhat, paid a visit to the Party president, Farooq Abdullah at the party headquarters.
The meeting was marked by discussions on a myriad of pressing public issues and party matters. Party general secretary Ali Muhammad Sagar, and addl general secretary Dr Sheikh Mustafa Kamal were also present on the occasion.
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