It is important to note that there is a drought in Tharparkar every two to three years and its reservoirs are nearly dry and the shortage of food is critical. The region is experiencing lower- than-average rainfall and that is why it faces drought from time to time. The desert district needs permanent solutions, like supply of gas and water, and establishment of industries of coal, granite, china clay and salt minerals for the welfare and wellbeing of the people. We can take Dubai as an example, which is also a desert region but has progressed so much because of the sagacity of its rulers. What is really needed is sincerity and commitment to the cause of Tharparkar.
Nasiruddin Soomro
Published in The Express Tribune, March 12th, 2014.
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