Pakistan, May 7 -- India has stopped the water flow of the River Chenab, causing a serious drop in water levels at Head Marala Barrage in Sialkot. The flow has gone down to just 3,100 cusecs, which is far below normal. Usually, the barrage receives 25,000 to 30,000 cusecs of water. Due to this, the situation has created concern for both irrigation and drinking water supply in the region.

According to officials, the barrage is capable of handling up to 1.1 million cusecs of water. However, the current inflow is 208,533 cusecs, and the outflow stands at 191,133 cusecs. Despite the large capacity, the reduced flow from India is affecting water management. As a result, Pakistan is now facing early signs of water stress in the affected areas....