Ministry of Water Resources Directs Urgent Technical Measures to Improve Irrigation Networks in Salah Al-Din

Minister of Water Resources Muthanna Al-Tamimi conducted an inspection tour in the Balad and Dujail districts of Salah Al-Din Governorate to assess the state of water services and the challenges facing the irrigation sector. The tour included extensive meetings with local officials and community leaders to listen to citizens' demands and the obstacles facing relevant departments. The Minister directed a series of technical measures to increase the efficiency of the irrigation system, including finding solutions for rising groundwater levels by connecting appropriate pipes to the main drain, and replacing certain water structures to improve water flow. The directives also included covering drains to limit environmental damage and pollution, lining canals to minimize water waste, and supplying competent departments with modern machinery to ensure continuous maintenance and clearing operations, thereby improving the overall management of water resources.