Srinagar, Dec 22(KNS): Kashmir is grappling with a severe water crisis as freezing temperatures continue to disrupt essential water supply infrastructure, leaving thousands of residents without access to clean water.
Ahmad Ayaz, a prominent social activist and national TV debater, has criticized the administration for its lack of preparedness and failure to implement long-term solutions to address this recurring issue.
“This is not the first harsh winter in Kashmir. Yet, the administration’s repeated inability to address these issues highlights a serious lack of foresight and planning,” Ayaz stated. He stressed the need for immediate action to alleviate the hardships faced by residents during the harsh winter season.
The ongoing crisis has been exacerbated by frozen reservoirs and burst pipelines caused by persistent sub-zero temperatures. Both urban and rural areas have been severely affected, with many households struggling to access clean water.
Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelAdding to the woes is the administration’s poor crisis management, including its failure to deploy alternative solutions such as water tankers to mitigate the problem.
Ahmad Ayaz called for proactive measures to prevent future crises, such as investing in insulated pipelines, developing advanced reservoir systems, and establishing a dedicated winter management task force.
He emphasized the importance of resilient infrastructure, regular maintenance, and improved crisis response to rebuild public trust in the administration’s capabilities.
As the winter intensifies, residents are calling for swift and effective measures to restore water supply and ensure relief from their ongoing struggles. The worsening crisis serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for sustainable solutions to Kashmir’s recurring winter challenges.(KNS)