KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has decided to declare Tharparkar a calamity-hit district and ordered urgent measures to address the worsening drought situation in the region.
The chief minister directed relevant authorities to ensure an uninterrupted supply of drinking water to residents and immediately repair and restore non-functional reverse osmosis (RO) plants.
He also called for the restoration of all existing water sources to provide immediate relief to the affected population.
Murad Ali Shah instructed the chief secretary to examine the feasibility of laying a water pipeline from Naukot to Mithi and develop a long-term strategy to ensure a sustainable water supply to the area.
He further sought recommendations for tackling the drought and preventing its harmful effects on livestock.
The chief minister assured residents that the provincial government would extend all possible assistance to families affected by the crisis.
He also ordered regular monitoring of relief operations to ensure timely implementation of emergency measures.
Murad Ali Shah said providing safe drinking water, protecting livestock and extending relief to affected families remained the government’s top priorities.
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