Sindh government seeks World Bank funding for flood resilience project
Sindh officials met with a World Bank delegation in Karachi to request financing for a new flood resilience initiative.
Project scope and financial request
The provincial administration asked for a USD350 million package to support the Sindh Flood Resilience Project. Officials presented plans to strengthen defenses along the right bank of the Indus River and protect secondary cities from climate hazards.
Impact of recent flooding
Minister Jam Khan Shoro noted that the 2022 floods damaged approximately 1.71 million houses across the province. The event caused an estimated USD9.1 billion in losses and affected more than 14 million people.
Urban planning strategies
The delegation reviewed measures to improve drainage systems and modern technology for better urban governance. These interventions aim to help the region withstand future extreme heat and flooding events.
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