The Directorate of Soil and Water Conservation (DSWC) Punjab, Rawalpindi region, has constructed over 1,800 mini dams in Potohar Region under the water resources development programme, which are irrigating over 45,000 acres of land with 2,000 water ponds for 20,000 acres.
According to DSWC Director Muhammad Akram, the construction of the mini dams and water ponds has also developed positive environmental effects in the region. The underground water table is rising up with more employment opportunities for the people, he mentioned, adding that fish and cattle farming businesses are now flourishing as well.
He shared that the mini dams and water bonds are used to divert water for irrigation and other purposes while the water accumulated in the mini dams can also be utilised for vegetable and fruit cultivation.
Published in The Express Tribune, January 21st, 2021.
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