Farmers across flood-prone regions have urged the government to urgently develop dedicated infrastructure to store excess floodwater. They argue that while annual floods devastate crops, the surplus water—if harnessed properly—could serve as a valuable resource during dry months.
According to farmer associations, uncontrolled discharges from rivers during heavy monsoons not only damage standing crops but also erode fertile soil and disrupt rural livelihoods. “Every year we face the same crisis—our fields are submerged and we lose months of hard work. If the government invests in storage and diversion systems, this water could be preserved for irrigation in lean seasons,” a farmer leader stated.
Experts have highlighted that constructing check dams, reservoirs, and canal systems could turn floodwater into a boon for agricultural sustainability. Such measures would not only reduce crop losses but also enhance water security for millions of small farmers.
The farming community has called on policymakers to treat this as a long-term investment rather than a temporary relief measure. With climate change intensifying the frequency of extreme weather events, stakeholders believe that building robust water storage infrastructure is the only way to protect food security and rural economies.
