Karachi faces 50% water shortage, K-IV, New Hub Canal to resolve issues: Murad Shah
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KARACHI Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah met with British High Commissioner Ms Jane Marriott at CM House. Principal Secretary Agha Wasif was also present during the meeting. The discussions focused on climate change, post-flood rehabilitation, education, and other critical issues.
Discussing the challenges faced by Sindh, British High Commissioner Ms Marriott said, “The rehabilitation after the devastating floods is one of the biggest challenges for the Sindh government.”
CM Shah reflected on the aftermath of the 2022 floods, which caused widespread damage to agriculture, roads, and the irrigation system. “Over 2.1 million people were displaced, and 23,000 schools were severely affected,” he said. He shared that the Sindh government has initiated climate-resilient projects to ensure sustainable recovery.
The CM expressed gratitude to the British government for their support, adding, “We have prioritised the restoration of the irrigation system to revive the agriculture sector and stabilise the economy.”
On education, Murad Shah said that efforts to rebuild damaged schools were progressing rapidly and acknowledged the invaluable assistance from donor agencies.
Discussions also touched on industrial development, particularly the completion of Special Economic Zones (SEZs). Ms Marriott emphasised the need for industrialisation in Karachi, the port city of the country.
Mr Shah shared updates on the government’s commitment to economic growth through public-private partnerships, engaging both local and international investors.
Addressing Karachi’s water supply issues, CM Shah disclosed that the city faces a 50 per cent shortage of water relative to its population needs. He said that to address the issue, his government was working on the K-IV water supply project and the construction of a new Hub Canal.”
The meeting underscored mutual efforts to address critical challenges, strengthen the education sector, and drive industrial and economic growth in Sindh.
