𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭

Ganderbal, May 22: The parched paddy fields of Saloora village in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district have finally received much-needed water relief after a news report by Rising Kashmir highlighted the ongoing irrigation crisis.

Just a day earlier, farmers from Saloora and nearby areas had voiced concerns over drying irrigation canals caused by a persistent heatwave and lack of rainfall. Cracks had started forming in the fields, and the paddy saplings—central to the villagers’ livelihood—were drying up, raising fears of drought.

After the report was published, the Irrigation and Flood Control Department responded swiftly. Officials revealed that a blockage in one of the field pipes was the root cause of the disruption. “Once the issue was brought to our attention, it was resolved immediately,” an official said. “Water supply has now been fully restored with adequate flow to all affected areas.”

Farmers confirmed the return of water to their fields and expressed relief and appreciation. “Our crops were nearly ruined. But thanks to the swift departmental response and Rising Kashmir’s coverage, our irrigation channels are flowing again,” said one resident.

The community praised Rising Kashmir for shedding light on their situation and highlighted the critical role of the media in connecting people’s concerns with government action.