Islamabad – A meeting chaired by Federal Minister for Planning and Development, Professor Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhry, was held to address the issue of water supply in Gwadar.
According to a TV report, Balochistan Chief Minister joined the session via video link and briefed the participants on the situation.
During the meeting, the Chief Minister stated that the main hindrance in ensuring water supply to Gwadar is the disruption of electricity.
He explained that although Gwadar has ample water reserves, the lack of uninterrupted power supply is preventing smooth distribution.
He further informed that water is currently being provided to the city through a desalination plant, with the provincial government covering the costs.
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The Chief Minister warned that if the problem is not resolved within seven months, Gwadar could face a severe water crisis.
