Amran:Amran Water Basin Committee, led by Governor Dr. Faisal Juma'an, convened on Sunday to evaluate the water conditions in the Amran city basin and surrounding districts. The focus of the meeting was on strategies to preserve water resources and safeguard groundwater reserves from depletion.
According to Yemen News Agency, the meeting was attended by Deputy Governors Abdulaziz Abu Khirfashah, Mohammed Al-Mutawakil, Hassan Al-Ashqas, Abdulghani Al-Baroushi, and the Director of the Water Resources and Facilities Branch, Engineer Abdulghani Al-Maks, among others. Discussions centered on the challenges facing water resources, particularly the unregulated drilling of wells and the expansion of drilling operations.
The committee reviewed applications for new well-drilling permits, approving those that adhered to the Water Law and technical standards, while rejecting others based on technical studies and field observations. The meeting also addressed the issues arising from indiscriminate well drilling in districts such as Khamir, Bani Suraym, 'Amran, and 'Ayal Surayh, which contribute to groundwater depletion.
Governor Juma'an emphasized the collective responsibility of authorities and the community to protect water resources and adhere to regulations governing water use. He stressed the importance of regulatory oversight and compliance with technical standards for drilling operations to ensure water sustainability.
Engineer Al-Maks presented data on permit applications, highlighting the legal and technical evaluations conducted to maintain the hydrological balance of the 'Amran basin. He also discussed ongoing efforts to monitor drilling operations, identify violations, and enforce legal actions to curb unauthorized activities.
