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Water shortage may lead to famine in Pakistan: Minister

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IANS Islamabad

Pakistan's Water and Power Minister Khawaja Asif said Friday that the country is facing water shortage and it may lead to famine.

Asif said Pakistan may face a famine in the next 10-15 years if appropriate measures were not taken, Geo News quoted him as saying.

The government would ensure the implementation of the water accord between India and Pakistan, the minister added.

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First Published: Oct 25 2013 | 6:30 PM IST

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