{"id":554737,"date":"2026-07-06T08:07:53","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T03:07:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=554737"},"modified":"2026-07-06T08:07:53","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T03:07:53","slug":"multi-billion-rupee-flood-protection-projects-approved-for-karak","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/multi-billion-rupee-flood-protection-projects-approved-for-karak\/","title":{"rendered":"Multi-billion rupee flood protection projects approved for Karak"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>PESHAWAR<br \/>\nThe Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has approved a series of flood protection and water conservation projects worth billions of rupees for Karak district after sustained lobbying by the former provincial minister and MPA Muhammad Sajjad Barakwal.<br \/>\nAccording to the official sources on Sunday, the projects include flood protection walls, embankments, check dams, causeways and small storage reservoirs across flood-prone localities, including Lawaghar Algada, Mashi Khel, Kashu Ghara, Mohbati Khelay, Zamari Gardang, Kas Banda, Lindiki Koroona, Paloski Banda, Lundi Wagi, Kunda Siraj Khel, Takrawan, Surti Khelay, Chokara Dawala, Wanki Kal Tangi, Darki Banda and Deli Banda.<br \/>\nThe schemes are intended to reduce the impact of seasonal and flash floods by protecting farmland, residential areas, roads, bridges and other public infrastructure. The projects are also expected to improve water storage, support irrigation, replenish groundwater, reduce soil erosion and strengthen the district\u2019s resilience to climate-related risks.<br \/>\nBarakwal said the approvals reflected years of continuous engagement with the relevant authorities and described the projects as an important step toward protecting vulnerable communities and supporting sustainable development in Karak.<br \/>\nHe called for the timely and transparent execution of the schemes to ensure residents receive the intended benefits without delay.<br \/>\nCommunity elders and local representatives welcomed the approvals, saying the projects would significantly reduce flood-related losses, improve agricultural productivity, strengthen transport infrastructure and contribute to the district\u2019s long-term economic development.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PESHAWAR The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has approved a series of flood protection and water conservation projects worth billions of rupees for Karak district after sustained lobbying by the former provincial minister and MPA Muhammad Sajjad Barakwal. 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