ISLAMABAD, Oct 28 (APP):Federal Minister for Water Resources Mian Muhammad Moeen Wattoo, accompanied by Chairman WAPDA Lieutenant General Muhammad Saeed (Retired) visited Diamer Basha Dam and Dasu Hydropower Project to review construction progress.
They had a detailed visit of the major construction sites at both projects.
Minister for Water Resources was given a detailed briefing on the progress of ongoing works at various work fronts at Diamer Basha Dam and Dasu Hydropower Project, said a message received here on Wednesday.
During interaction with WAPDA Project Teams, the Consultants and the Contractors, the Minister underlined the significance of Diamer Basha Dam and Dasu Hydropower Project for water, food and energy security of Pakistan, adding that all out efforts must be made to ensure timely completion of these projects in accordance with stipulated quality standards.
During the visit to Dasu Hydropower Project, the Honourable Minister for Water Resources also inaugurated Barseen Bridge which is 225 meters long arch RCC bridge on Relocated Karakorum Highway (RKKH-1). The 20.4 Km RKKH-1 is being constructed under Dasu HPP as per CPEC standards, and is expected to open for traffic by February 2027.
On completion, Diamer Basha Dam will store 8.1 MAF water and generate 4500 MW clean, green and affordable electricity, while Dasu, a run-of-the-river hydropower project, will generate 4320 MW environment friendly electricity in two stages of 2160 MW each.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
