Karkh Valley Development Sub Project Khuzdar

Karkh valley development subproject consists of three parts: (a) general works – which relate to the Karkh Valley as a whole, (b) weir construction at Jhalaro, and (c) weir rehabilitation at Chutta. Construction of this project will strengthen the existing irrigation system, ensuring availability of water for both cropping seasons.

BWRDSP Building

Where Data Meets Development – The Nerve Center of Balochistan’s Water Future The Balochistan Water Resources Information System (BWRIS) is a modern digital platform designed to collect, manage, and share vital water-related data across the province. It helps government departments, researchers, and planners make smarter decisions about water use, agriculture, and climate resilience.

Pakistan Water Week-2025

The Worthy Additional Chief Secretary Planning & Development Department (P&DD), Government of Balochistan, Speech to the audiance. Pakistan Water Week, the country’s most prominent platform for advancing strategic dialogues and partnerships around the water-energy-food-environment nexus, takes place this year under the theme, From scarcity to sustainability: Collaborative pathways for water, food, and climate resilience. The event serves as a dynamic platform where policymakers, international experts, researchers, development practitioners, youth leaders and civil society organizations gather to co-create and share innovative, climate-resilient solutions for Pakistan’s water and food security challenges.

Visit of Worthy Secretary Irrigation Department

The Worthy Secretary, Irrigation Department, Government of Balochistan, Mr. Sohail-ur-Rehman, visited the Balochistan Water Resources Building (BWRB), Quetta. During the visit, Mr. Sufyan Samim Khan, Project Director, BWRDSP, delivered a comprehensive presentation on the Project Activities and the Water Resources Information System (WRIS). The Secretary was briefed on the Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) and Automatic River Level Sensors (ARL) established under the ADB’s Grant, which play a vital role in real-time monitoring and data collection for effective water management across the province.

Women Enpowerment

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Ahmedzai Perennial & Flood Irrigation Sub Project Zhob

The Ahmedzai sub-project comprises (i) main diversion weir across the stream Sawar Rud-a tributary o...

Balochistan Water Resources Development Sector Project

The Balochistan Water Resources Development Sector Project, financed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), is a strategic initiative designed to enhance the management of land and water resources in the province. Its core objectives are to increase agricultural productivity, elevate farm incomes, and strengthen the institutional capacity of the Government of Balochistan. A key project outcome will be the development and modernization of approximately 16,592 hectares of irrigated land, which includes the establishment of 1,839 hectares dedicated to khushkaba (rainwater harvesting) systems to bolster climate-resilient farming practices.

Through strategic infrastructure investments and institutional capacity building, we are securing a sustainable future for the region's farming communities.

Siri Toi Dam

Spillway Aerial View

STRATEGIC FOCUS

Irrigation Infrastructure & Watershed Protection

Construction of new irrigation sub-project and improvement of existing irrigation infrastructure and...

Command Area Development

Development of command area in the new and existing irrigation sub-projects. Total command area to b...

Institutional Capacity Strengthening

This output will support the (i) provision of consulting services for detailed engineering design, c...

Achievements

Development Monitoring Framework.

4/9

Scheme Completed: 2 in Zhob and Mula river basin each

Ahmedzai, Kili Sardar Akhtar, Karkh Valley and Kharzan Hitachi

Hydromet

22 automatic weather stations and 21 automatic river level gauging stations established in 10 river basins of balochistan

88%

Irrigation schemes have facilities for women's increases access to water for domestic use against 30% target

103 Ha

High value agriculture land developed with drip irrigation system

627%

138 Women provided sheep and goats for agribusiness

943

Training provided to farmers (126% achieved)

333 Women

Provided Training

100%

Two olive extraction & two fruit processing plants installed in zhob and khuzar each

120

Farmers provided High yielding mango and olive trees

562 Ha

New land irrigated under farmer managed irrigation schemes

Women given small scale fruit processing units and 6 Women provided solar dryers for fruits & vegetables

100 Farmers

Given improved(Hybrid) vegetable seed

70 KM

Irrigation canals built

GAP Targets

Mostly achieved and in some cases over-achieved

99%

LARP implementation

2974 Ha

Agricultural Land improved under farmer managed irrigation schemes

Two (02) olive oil extraction plants established olive oil extraction plants are being distributed a...

138 women -led small scale income generating lives stock Agri business launched

Strengthening of institutional capacity of Irrigation and Agriculture Departments, Farmers’ and Wome...

How Digital Systems Are Transforming Water Management in Balochistan

BWRIS and AWS are helping farmers and planners use every drop wisely in Pakistan’s most arid and water-scarce province.

Chronic water scarcity, declining groundwater levels, and limited surface water storage have undermined both agricultural and socioeconomic development. Traditional irrigation systems, such as the karez, have deteriorated due to over-extraction and poor maintenance. The absence of integrated data systems has further hampered planning and coordination among provincial agencies. These conditions have been compounded by climate variability, including erratic rainfall, recurring droughts, and flash floods, highlighting the need for climate-smart and data-informed management strategies.

FUTURE READY

How is Balochistan Adapting Climate Resilient Structure

Climate Resilience

The catastrophic monsoon events of 2022 and 2024 provided a test for the project. Despite rainfall reaching 239% above normal in Balochistan and 318% above normal in Sindh in 2024, BWRDSP schemes withstood flood discharges nearly 70% above their original design capacity, confirming their climate resilience

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Installation of Solar Power Drip Irrigation System

Solar System Installed upto June 2024

Mula River Basin

Zhob River Basin

Total

127