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Farmers stage protest against Irrigation Department, block road
2/26/2016 11:38:11 PM
Early Times Report

Kathua, Feb 26: Farmers of Kandi areas in Kathua district today staged protest demonstration against erratic supply of irrigation water in Kandi area under the leadership of Ex- Power Minister Babu Singh and blocked Link road at various places.
While addressing to media, Babu Singh said 50% crops have been damaged due to scarcity of irrigation water in Kandi areas but after several reminders district administration and Irrigation department have not awaken from deep slumber. Singh said number of deputations called on DDC Kathua who ensured to restore water supply and proceed with the demand for renovation of the canal to Commissioner Secretary Irrigation but he failed to contact the bureaucrat that triggered resentment among farmers who are completely dependent upon crops for livelihood. Babu Singh demanded water supply for a week to mitigate the current damaged position of the crops and renovation of Ravi Tawi canal with immediate effect. Karan Singh President of Kissan Union, Sarpanchs and Panchs besides farmers demanded governor to redress their demand as shortage of water supply would affect their days to come.
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