ISLAMABAD (Azaad English): The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has said that it is collaborating with the World Bank on water-related projects to resolve the growing water shortage in Islamabad.
Islamabad, with its growing population, is facing a shortage of water with no major projects completed in the last 30 years. This has led to water shortages in many areas of the capital.
Islamabad needs around 220 million gallons per day. CDA is currently providing around 65 million gallons of water per day in urban areas, while rural areas depend on boring and other water sources.
Water supply to Islamabad and Rawalpindi will be significantly affected with Khanpur dam undergoing thorough cleaning.
Several areas, including D-12, G-10, G-11, F-10, F-11, and G-9 in Islamabad, will experience water shortages during this period.
Meanwhile, CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa met with World Bank Public-Private Partnership Adviser Michael Opagi at the CDA headquarters on Thursday.
During the meeting, both parties agreed to prioritise water-related projects, setting clear timelines and deliverables to ensure positive results.
Earlier last month, a senate panel gathered for a meeting to discuss the deteriorating water quality in the capital. Health authorities declared it a leading cause of diarrhoea among children.
With the World Bank’s help, CDA aims to transform Islamabad into a city with state-of-the-art facilities and efficient resources.
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