Zero-Tolerance Policy: Joint Action in Tandlianwala Against Canal Water Theft; 2 Tempered Outlets Traced

TANDLIANWALA / FAISALABAD: Nov 6 (Digital Itla) — In accordance with the Punjab government's zero-tolerance policy on water theft, a joint enforcement operation was launched in Tandlianwala by the district administration, local police, and the Irrigation Department, officials confirmed on Friday.

Ahead of the field operation, SDO Tandlianwala Canal Sub-Division chaired a co-ordination meeting with the Assistant Commissioner Tandlianwala, DSP, SHO, and Tehsildar. The meeting focused on expediting legal actions, nominating offenders in FIRs, and accelerating the arrest of suspects involved in canal water theft.

Following the meeting, the Assistant Commissioner, along with irrigation officials and police escorts, conducted an on-site inspection of the Tandlianwala Distributary, identifying two tempered water outlets. Authorities confirmed that legal proceedings have been initiated against the violators to ensure equitable water distribution for tail-end farmers.