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IRSA Increases Water Supply to Provinces Amid Rains, Federal Minister Addresses Canal Disputes
IRSA boosts water supply after recent rains: Punjab gets 64,800 cusecs, Sindh 45,000 cusecs. Minister Mian Moin Wattoo vows to resolve canal disputes through talks.
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by News Desk
2025-04-21
IRSA Increases Water Supply to Provinces Amid Rains, Federal Minister Addresses Canal Disputes

Following an increase in water availability due to recent rains, the Indus River System Authority (IRSA) has raised water supplies to the provinces to ensure an adequate supply for the ongoing Kharif season. According to an IRSA spokesperson, water supply to Punjab has been boosted significantly, from 23,800 cusecs to 64,800 cusecs. Meanwhile, Sindh's share has been increased by 10,000 cusecs, bringing its total allocation to 45,000 cusecs.

In addition to these increases, water supplies to Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have been set at 500 and 1,900 cusecs, respectively. The spokesperson also revealed that the estimated water shortage for the Kharif season has decreased from 43 percent to 27 percent, thanks to the increased rainfall and adjusted water distribution.

Federal Minister for Water Resources Mian Moin Wattoo addressed the ongoing concerns surrounding the water distribution system, particularly the canal system. He stated that provinces can use their allocated share of water as they see fit. However, he acknowledged that the issue of canals has been a source of controversy, mainly due to misunderstandings and a lack of consultation.

The minister noted that objections have been raised over the construction of a canal in Cholistan, though he clarified that water for this canal would be supplied under the existing distribution formula. Mian Moin Wattoo assured that negotiations were underway to resolve these issues amicably and ensure fair distribution for all provinces.

 
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