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Summary Federal minister for Water and Power Ahmed Mukhtar says Govt is determined to build mega projects.
All the options are being considered for their financing to complete them within shortest possible time frame.Federal minister stated this presiding over a meeting on Diamer Basha dam projects here on Monday. The Minister stated that construction of mega water projects to enhance water shortage and to produce cheaper electricity is the top priority of the government. In this regard, various projects are being constructed, said Minister.The meeting asked the WAPDA to furnish a report with all the options and commitment from donors to finance the 4500 MW Diamer Basha Dam Project. The report will be discussed after taking views from EAD and Planning Commission in a meeting to be held next couple of days.Earlier, the Chairman WAPDA briefed the meeting on the current status of the project; its benefits land acquisition, infrastructure development, compensation package, allocation by the government and other related issues.
