A new reservoir under construction in the Turkestan region of Kazakhstan is poised to alleviate the persistent issue of water scarcity in the area. Spanning an area of 13 hectares in the Tolebi district, the reservoir project aims to store 1 mn cubic meters of rain and spring water, as reported by Khabar.kz.
The pressing need for irrigation water in the Kemekalgan rural district will be addressed with the implementation of this reservoir project. Severe water shortages have previously compelled numerous villagers to abandon their agricultural endeavors.
To fund the construction of the reservoir, an allocation of 1.1 bn tenge (approximately $2.4 mn) has been sanctioned from the budget.
Moreover, the artificial reservoir is expected to extend irrigation capabilities by an additional 360 hectares of land. This expansion will provide farmers with a supplementary water source, subsequently enhancing productivity in the region.
Beyond its function as an engineering feat, the new reservoir holds promise for local agricultural development. With the influx of water, villagers intend to cultivate crops such as potatoes, onions, and corn, while also expanding their farm operations.
Earlier Daryo reported that Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan have agreed to install meters at their respective sites to precisely gauge the amount of water utilized by each nation.
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