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Karachi is set to receive a major boost to its water supply as the newly inaugurated Hub Canal begins operations, delivering an additional 100 million gallons of water to the city.
The project, inaugurated by Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, aimed at easing the city’s long-standing water shortage.
The inauguration ceremony was held in Hub, attended by Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab.
Speaking at the event, Bilawal said the people of Karachi had long demanded a sustainable water solution, and the new supply from Hub Dam through a dedicated canal would address the needs of the metropolis.
He assured that water from the project would also reach the residents of Lyari.
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Bilawal stated the initiative would initially provide 100 million gallons per day (MGD) to District East and Keamari. He also announced plans to expand the capacity to 200 MGD and confirmed that the Sindh government would explore desalination of seawater to further enhance water supply.
The PPP chairman credited the citizens of Karachi and Hyderabad for rejecting divisive politics in recent local elections.
He said the public’s decision to elect a mayor committed to solving urban problems had led to tangible projects such as the newly inaugurated water supply system.
Bilawal concluded that the project marks a significant step towards improving the quality of life in Karachi, pledging continued investment in essential services and infrastructure for the metropolis and Hyderabad.
