873 Violations Detected on King Abdullah Canal; Over 226,000 Cubic Meters of Water Saved - Jordan News
The Ministry and the Jordan Valley Authority also commended the support of official, local, and civil entities, particularly the Jordanian judiciary, including public prosecutors and judicial bodies, for their role in ensuring legal accountability and deterring future violations. The Jordan Valley Development Law and its amendments impose prison terms, fines, or both, on those who tamper with water networks and sources.
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