COMSATS University Islamabad, Virtual Campus
HUM111 Pakistan Studies
Assignment # 2
Spring 2023
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Assignment Task [Marks 10, CLO3-A1]
The Indus basin delta is an important source of water supply for a country like Pakistan
dependent upon agrarian economy. In this regard elucidate what are the significant water
resources of this vast delta benefiting Pakistan’s agricultural sector and what measurements
have been taken to utilize the water resources more effectively.
Answer
The Indus basin delta, located in the southern region of Pakistan, is a crucial source of water
supply for the country's agrarian economy. The delta is formed where the Indus River meets the
Arabian Sea and is home to a network of wetlands, marshes, and channels, which provide
essential water resources to the agricultural sector. Some of the significant water resources of the
Indus delta that benefit Pakistan's agricultural sector include:
1. The Indus River: The Indus River is the primary source of water for the delta and provides
irrigation water to vast tracts of farmland. The river's flow is regulated by a system of dams,
barrages, and canals, which enable the water to be diverted to different parts of the delta for
irrigation.
2. Groundwater: The delta is also rich in groundwater resources, which are tapped through tube
wells and hand pumps. The groundwater is used to irrigate crops during periods of low river flow.
3. Mangrove forests: The mangrove forests that line the delta's coast act as a natural filter and
help to purify the water, making it suitable for agricultural use.
To utilize the water resources more effectively, Pakistan has undertaken several measures,
including:
1. Irrigation infrastructure development: The government has invested in the construction of new
irrigation canals, barrages, and dams to improve the distribution of water to farmland.
2. Water conservation: To address the issue of water scarcity, the government has implemented
various water conservation measures, including promoting the use of efficient irrigation methods
such as drip irrigation and sprinklers.
3. Desalination plants: To reduce the pressure on freshwater resources, Pakistan is also exploring
