Running dry

According to some media reports, Pakistan is the world’s third-largest extractor of groundwater. This high groundwater extraction has raised alarm for the nation. The high extraction rate has caused a significant imbalance, with the country’s groundwater recharge failing to keep up with the extraction.

Additionally, one-third of Pakistan’s natural water resources are reportedly wasted as they flow into the sea. In view of the above, there is an urgent need to better conserve and recycle our precious water resources.

Khan Faraz

Peshawar