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ISLAMABAD, (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif
on Tuesday directed WAPDA (Water and Power Development Authority) to
expedite building of water reservoirs across the country, for
increased electricity generation and flood control.
The Prime Minister in a meeting with Chairman WAPDA Zafar
Mahmood here at the PM House, directed him to fast-track work on
development projects and further explore the potential of huge
hydropower generation.
Nawaz Sharif said WAPDA needed to work efficiently for the
development of water and hydropower resources in the country.
“We are aiming to produce cheap and affordable electricity and
also address the issue of water shortage, particularly in view of
averting acute water challenges in coming times,” he said.
The Prime Minister said generation of affordable and clean
electricity would not only provide relief to the consumers, but
building of water storage would also enable the country to fulfil its
water requirements.
The Chairman apprised the Prime Minister about progress of
various ongoing hydropower projects in the country.