Authorities going ‘extra mile’ in the absence of flood data

In the wake of India halting river flow data under the Indus Waters Treaty, Punjab's officials are scrambling to manage flood risks, relying on less reliable sources for information. This move has prompted the government to prepare for potential flooding under a high-alert status, signaling the severity of the situation. The lack of crucial data is causing significant uncertainty, impacting flood management and highlighting the broader implications for regional water resource management. This situation underscores the critical dependency on international treaties for local disaster preparedness.