New Delhi, April 16 -- In Afghanistan, mountains have always been a major source of water for livelihood and irrigation activities, as snow and seasonal rains that fall in the highlands melt over time and feed rivers, springs, and groundwater aquifers. Unfortunately, now a days, due to climate change, reduced rainfall, rising temperatures, and repeated droughts, the amount of water reserves in the mountains has decreased, causing grave social and economic problems in many parts of the country.

In recent years, drought and water shortages have become a serious problem in various parts of Afghanistan.

Sadly, even the capital Kabul cannot provide drinking water to its residents in many neighbourhoods. According to locals, snow fell 12-14 t...