Water Issues of Pakistan

On 6^th August, 2026, Mr. Ashfaq Mahmood, a renowned expert on water and energy issues, delivered a lecture on "Water Issues of Pakistan" to the participants of the 40^th Senior Management Course at the National Institute of Public Administration, Lahore. The Guest Speaker highlighted Pakistan's water challenges by discussing the Indus Waters Treaty, seasonal water availability, declining storage capacity, climate change, population growth and the growing demand for efficient water resource management.

 

During the lecture discussion, the Guest Speaker emphasized inter-provincial water issues, inefficient irrigation practices, groundwater depletion and the need for effective implementation of the National Water Policy. He stressed that political will, transparency, improved infrastructure and modern irrigation techniques are essential for addressing Pakistan's water crisis. The session concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, followed by a vote of thanks and a standing ovation from the participants,