Sindh PPP’s Nisar Ahmed Khuhro Opposes New Canals on River Indus
Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, the President of the Sindh Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and Chairman of the Sindh Assembly’s Public Accounts Committee, has made it clear that the party will not support any projects aimed at building additional canals on the River Indus. Speaking at a press conference at the Bilawal House Media Cell, Khuhro emphasized the PPP’s opposition to controversial water reservoir projects.
He noted that the Sindh Assembly had already passed a resolution against such initiatives. The proposal to construct new canals has created a critical situation, with two of the six proposed canals planned for Sindh. Khuhro reiterated that without surplus water, there is no justification for new canals, as they would worsen the water shortage in Sindh.
Khuhro also mentioned past attempts to implement corporate farming under the Green Pakistan initiative, which required significant land and water resources. He highlighted that similar projects were halted due to public opposition. Sindh has expressed its concerns during a recent Capital Development Working Party meeting.
Khuhro recalled historical opposition to projects like the Kalabagh Dam and urged the federal government to address over 150 illegal water-lifting pumps between the Punjnad and Guddu Barrage.
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Sindh -: Sindh is a province in Pakistan, similar to how Maharashtra is a state in India. It is located in the southeastern part of the country.
PPP -: PPP stands for Pakistan People’s Party, which is a major political party in Pakistan, similar to how Congress is a major political party in India.
Nisar Ahmed Khuhro -: Nisar Ahmed Khuhro is a politician in Pakistan and a leader in the Pakistan People’s Party. He is like a senior leader in a political party in India.
River Indus -: The River Indus is one of the longest rivers in the world, flowing through China, India, and Pakistan. It is very important for agriculture and water supply in these regions.
Bilawal House -: Bilawal House is a residence and office of the Bhutto family, who are prominent leaders in the Pakistan People’s Party. It is similar to a political leader’s residence in India.
Public Sector Development Programme -: The Public Sector Development Programme is a government initiative in Pakistan to fund and develop infrastructure projects, similar to government development projects in India.
