PM directs to start construction activities of Diamer-Bhasha Dam

PM directs to start construction activities of Diamer-Bhasha Dam.

Prime Minister Imran Khan said construction of dams and ensuring water security will help meet energy and agriculture requirements of the country at affordable rate.

PM directs to start construction

He said this, while chairing a briefing on national water security strategy and construction of dams to meet agricultural as well as energy requirements of the country.

The Prime Minister said Diamer Bhasha Dam, after completion, will boost construction and provide a huge stimulus to national economy.

He directed that use of local material and expertise should be accorded priority during the construction of Diamer Bhasha Dam, which will provide huge job opportunities to our people.

The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction over progress made so far and directed to immediately start construction activities of the dam.

Earlier, the Prime Minister got an in depth briefing on the progress of resolution of all pending issues pertaining to construction of Diamer Bhasha Dam.

Chairman WAPDA briefed the meeting about progress of ongoing construction of Mohmand Dam that started recently.

The officials also apprised the Prime Minister of the progress on resolution of pending issued related to Dasu Dam project.

PM also appreciated the efforts of Ministry of Water Resources and WAPDA for pursuing projects passionately to realize dream of self-reliance in food security, industry and exports.

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