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Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has approved the allocation of 22 acres of land for the construction of a 6 million gallons per day (MGD) water filtration plant in the Misri Shaikh area, in a significant move aimed at improving the supply of safe drinking water in Hyderabad.
According to a press statement issued by the Hyderabad Municipal Corporation, the approval was granted during a meeting chaired by the chief minister. The proposal for the project was submitted by Hyderabad Mayor Kashif Ali Shoro as part of broader efforts to tackle the city’s ongoing water challenges.
Officials stated that the new filtration plant forms a key component of the mayor’s vision to enhance water availability and ensure the provision of clean, filtered water to residents. The initiative is expected to ease pressure on existing infrastructure and improve public health outcomes.
The statement further highlighted that progress is already underway on several other water projects across the city. A 6 MGD filtration plant has been completed in Hussainabad, while work continues on additional facilities, including a 10 MGD plant in Ghangramori, and 6 MGD plants in Khanpota and Latifabad Unit No. 4.
Authorities expressed optimism that these combined efforts, supported by the provincial government and implemented through the Hyderabad Water and Sewerage Corporation, will significantly improve the overall water supply situation in Hyderabad in the coming months.

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The re-lining of Akram Wah, a left bank perennial canal of Kotri Barrage, has been finalized as a long-term solution to address persistent water shortages in agricultural lands within its command area, particularly in tail-end regions.
The initiative is expected to significantly reduce freshwater losses caused by seepage and enable the canal to carry its designed discharge capacity—something it has not achieved since its construction in the 1950s.
The project is being implemented under the World Bank-funded Sindh Water and Agriculture Transformation (SWAT) programme, with an overall cost of $320 million. The programme comprises separate components for agriculture and water sector reforms.
According to officials, the procurement process for the project will commence next month, while physical re-lining work will begin after the conclusion of the upcoming kharif season. Authorities explained that construction activities cannot be undertaken during this period due to increased water demand for summer crops.
The decision to reline the canal was taken following a detailed assessment by Project Implementation Consultants (PICs), including National Engineering Services Pakistan (NESPAK) and Associated Consulting Engineers (ACE). The consultants reviewed an earlier feasibility report prepared under the Water Sector Improvement Project (WSIP), executed by the Sindh Irrigation and Drainage Authority (SIDA).
Based on their findings, the consultants recommended maintaining re-lining work from RD-0 to RD-193 to effectively control seepage losses and conserve freshwater.
Project Director of the SWAT water component, Jamal Mangan, stated that the rehabilitation cost of Akram Wah has reached approximately Rs21 billion. Experts believe that upon completion, the project will improve water efficiency, enhance agricultural productivity, and ensure equitable water distribution, especially benefiting farmers in tail-end areas.
Local farming communities have welcomed the initiative, expressing optimism that timely execution will strengthen irrigation infrastructure and support sustainable agricultural growth in the region.

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Residents of multiple residential areas in Hyderabad have experienced disruptions in water supply, highlighting concerns related to utility service coordination and management during the ongoing month of Ramazan.
According to local reports, operational and administrative challenges within the Hyderabad Water and Sewerage Corporation have contributed to irregular water distribution across several neighborhoods. The situation has affected routine domestic activities, particularly in densely populated residential zones where consistent water access is essential for household use.
The situation has been further impacted by coordination gaps between the water utility and the Hyderabad Electric Supply Company, as electricity supply plays a critical role in operating water pumping stations and maintaining consistent distribution across the urban network.
Civic planning observers note that uninterrupted water supply is a fundamental component of residential infrastructure, directly influencing property usability, living standards, and overall neighborhood stability. Interruptions in such essential services can affect both residents’ daily routines and the functional value of residential areas.
Residents have expressed expectations for improved operational coordination and timely framework management to ensure reliable utility services. Effective collaboration between relevant service providers remains essential for maintaining stable urban infrastructure and supporting the needs of growing residential communities.
Officials are expected to review operational mechanisms and coordination frameworks to support consistent service delivery and ensure sustainable utility management across Hyderabad’s residential sectors.