Iranian Energy Minister Hamid Chitchyan stated that a severe drought has started in the country.
At the same time, he noted that compared to previous years the amount of precipitation has decreased by 25% on average. According Chitchiana, to date, the lack of water is one of the most important problems in the world.
"Solving the problem of water shortages for us is also very important, since Iran is located in the arid zone," the Minister said, adding that population growth and agricultural development have increased the country's need for water.
"In 30 years, Iran has built over 600 dams, the amount of water of which amounts to 48 billion cubic meters," Trend quotes Chitchian as saying.
