KARACHI: The Sindh government has decided to declare Tharparkar a calamity-hit district after severe drought-like conditions affected all seven talukas, destroying or rendering unproductive up to 90 percent of crops across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has directed the relevant departments to take immediate emergency measures to address the worsening situation, particularly focusing on drinking water supplies, agricultural losses and livestock support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by the chief minister, where officials briefed him on the severity of the drought and its impact on communities dependent on agriculture and livestock for their livelihoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to the briefing, all seven talukas of Tharparkar are facing drought-like conditions, with between 85 and 90 percent of crops either destroyed or rendered unproductive. The Agriculture Extension Department estimated overall crop losses at around 90 percent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Officials attributed the agricultural damage primarily to uneven and insufficient rainfall, which caused crops and natural grass to dry up before reaching maturity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rainfall data presented at the meeting showed that precipitation across Tharparkar’s seven talukas ranged from just one to 36 millimetres in September 2026, leaving large areas facing severe water shortages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Murad Ali Shah directed the relevant departments to ensure an uninterrupted supply of drinking water to residents of the drought-affected district. He ordered the immediate repair and restoration of inactive reverse osmosis (RO) plants and instructed authorities to restore all existing water supply sources without delay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The chief minister also directed the chief secretary to examine the feasibility of laying a water pipeline from Naukot to Mithi to strengthen the district’s water supply system. He called for long-term planning to ensure a reliable supply of water and address recurring shortages in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The meeting also discussed the impact of drought on livestock, as the drying up of natural grass has further increased difficulties for livestock owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The chief minister instructed officials to assess the assistance required to protect livestock and support communities affected by the prolonged dry conditions. He also ordered continuous monitoring of relief operations to ensure effective implementation of emergency measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Murad Ali Shah assured residents that the Sindh government would stand by the people of Tharparkar and provide all possible assistance to communities affected by the crisis.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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