
Chronic Water Shortages Plague Pakistan’s Capital
Islamabad, Pakistan’s capital, is facing chronic water shortages as its population outpaces supply from reservoirs, groundwater, and pipelines. Once water-rich, the city now struggles with poor infrastructure, mismanagement, and rapid urbanization, leaving many residents dependent on costly water tankers. Climate change, deforestation, and reduced rainfall worsen the crisis, while conflicts over water distribution deepen public frustration. Authorities have proposed new dams, pipelines, and conservation measures, but progress is slow. Without urgent reforms in governance, infrastructure, and climate resilience, Islamabad risks intensifying shortages that threaten its sustainability and quality of life.