Pakistan’s fields are thirstier than ever. Once flowing abundantly, our rivers now run shallow, and the land that once fed millions is cracking under the weight of drought. With per capita water availability plunging below 1,000 cubic meters, Pakistan is no longer just water-stressed; it is on the brink of a crisis, affecting crop yields, farmer livelihoods, and the nation’s
economic stability.

As a cornerstone of Pakistan’s economy, agriculture generates more than 19% of the GDP and sustains 38% of the workforce, yet it remains heavily dependent on an age-old, inefficient irrigation system. The country’s flood irrigation method........

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