Amman: The Ministry of Water and Irrigation has detected several water violations, including the removal of two illegal 2-inch pipelines in Amman's Muwaqqar district, used to illegally fill water tankers. The ministry also backfilled four illegal wells in Al-Rama and Suwayma areas in the central Balqa governorate, which were used to sell water to chalets and farms, and confiscated parts for an illegal drilling rig in the Houara area in Irbid governorate.
According to Jordan News Agency, the crackdown, conducted in cooperation with relevant authorities, uncovered a violation on the Manja water pipeline in southern Amman, involving the connection of a 3-inch pipeline to supply agricultural ponds, farms, and a nursery. Additionally, a 1-inch pipeline was discovered in the Sahab district used to supply a car wash and a residential and commercial complex. Three illegal pipelines were found in Amman's Na'ur for supplying homes and water collection wells.
The ministry has affirmed that its technical teams have begun removing all detected encroachments and disconnecting illegal water mains. In this context, the teams also prepared reports for each incident to complete legal procedures against the violators and refer perpetrators to the competent judicial authorities.
During the campaign, the ministry uncovered thefts of manhole covers in the Sahab area. The ministry commended the efforts made by the Public Security Directorate (PSD) and its units, highlighting the citizens' support for the campaign, which plays a pivotal role in the success of steps to protect water resources.
The ministry confirmed its continued efforts and application of the law against violators, aiming to reduce encroachments and protect water resources nationwide.