ISLAMABAD (November 11, 2025) — Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Dr. Musadik Malik, chaired a meeting of the Prime Minister’s Task Force on Water Scarcity and its Impact on Rabi and Kharif Crops at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination.

The meeting was attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Water Resources, Ministry of National Food Security and Research (MNFS&R), Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives (MoPDSI), WAPDA, as well as representatives from provincial irrigation departments and water management authorities.

Discussions focused on the current and projected water availability for the upcoming Rabi and Kharif crop seasons, alongside a review of water flow data from India and its variations over recent years. Participants also examined the accelerating depletion of groundwater resources and its implications for national food security and agricultural productivity.

The Task Force deliberated on policy options to ensure equitable and efficient water distribution across tributaries and provinces. Special emphasis was placed on enhancing inter-provincial coordination to optimize water use through improved management, monitoring, and infrastructure.

Dr. Musadik Malik underscored that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan must not be left behind in the national water distribution framework. He stressed that each province’s rightful share must be protected in line with the agreed national policies and frameworks.

Reaffirming the government’s commitment to tackling the escalating challenge of water scarcity, Dr. Musadik emphasized the need for data-driven planning, collaborative policymaking, and sustainable management practices to safeguard Pakistan’s agricultural economy and ensure long-term food security.
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