Sindh Chief Secretary, Syed AsifHyder Shah, announced the activation of 138 Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants in the province over the past three weeks. He informed the court of the implementation of recommendations from the Water Commission, covering short-term, mid-term, and long-term measures.
Approximately 60% of the commission’s recommendations have been executed, with resource shortages causing delays in some projects. Speaking to the media after a hearing in Hyderabad on Thursday regarding the implementation of the water commission’s report, Syed AsifHyder Shah said that due to a lack of funds, complete implementation of the recommendations could not be achieved.
However, we will submit progress reports to the honorable court every three months as per directives. He revealed that between the last and current hearings, as many as 138 RO plants have been revived within three weeks, and another 200 will be activated by June. The CS Sindh informed that about 60 recommendations were made by the water commission, and we will keep the honorable court informed about the progress of each.
The CS added there are some irrigation schemes which require significant funds. Responding to a question, the Chief Secretary said that planning according to climatic changes is essential. Unusual rains are occurring due to climatic changes, which have also disrupted the system in Gulf countries. Pakistan falls in a climatic zone where there will be more impacts. He emphasized that during the recent expected rains, the relevant institutions have to work effectively, it is challenging for our institutions to deal with the unexpected situation.
