WAPDA

The Water and Power Development Authority, commonly known as WAPDA, is a Pakistani semi-autonomous governmental agency established on February 26, 1958. Its primary mandate is the development of water and power resources within Pakistan. WAPDA is responsible for the planning, construction, operation, and maintenance of major infrastructure projects related to water management and electricity generation.

Its functions encompass a broad spectrum of activities. In the water sector, WAPDA oversees the construction and management of dams, barrages, canals, and other irrigation systems, playing a crucial role in agriculture and flood control. In the power sector, WAPDA is involved in the generation of electricity through various sources, including hydropower, thermal power, and increasingly, renewable energy. The authority also contributes to the transmission and distribution infrastructure for electricity.

Over the decades, WAPDA has been instrumental in building significant water storage facilities and power plants that have been vital for Pakistan's economic development and energy security. The organization faces ongoing challenges related to resource allocation, environmental sustainability, and meeting the growing energy demands of the nation. WAPDA's operations are crucial for ensuring water availability for irrigation and domestic use, as well as providing a stable and affordable power supply to industries and households across the country.