1 day Ago By Atle Hetland
Sindh is facing a worsening water crisis, affecting both its people and its environment. The primary reason lies in outdated and poorly maintained water systems. The Indus River—the lifeline for millions—is drying up, while saltwater is encroaching upon once-fertile land.
This threatens not only agriculture but also fragile ecosystems that depend on freshwater. Ageing pipelines are leaking vast amounts of water, and untreated industrial and sewage waste is contaminating rivers and coastal areas. Although these problems are well known, governmental action remains sluggish.
Key projects such as the Sindh Barrage, which could offer some relief, are progressing far too slowly. This crisis is not solely about water shortages—it is about environmental survival. Without immediate intervention, Sindh stands to lose valuable wetlands, wildlife, and the health of its coastal regions.
The government must prioritise water infrastructure reform and strengthen pollution control measures. If we delay any further, the consequences will be irreversible. MAHNOOR JAMSHAID, Karachi.
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