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Tarbela Dam

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@ghazi52 I have seen adverse news about failure of Upgradation 5 project of Tarbela Dam. Is it true?

 

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@ghazi52 I have seen adverse news about failure of Upgradation 5 project of Tarbela Dam. Is it true?

You mean T5.

 

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T5
In brief:

During the construction of Tarbela Fifth Extension (Tarbela 5), the cofferdam was damaged, which caused delays and increased costs. An official investigation was also conducted in this regard.

A cofferdam is actually a temporary safety dam that is built to hold back water during construction.

Information regarding the cost increase and the responsibility of various institutions has been discussed in various official documents and reports, but each number and each claim must be verified separately from the official report.

The last part of the post, which states that “construction of large dams should be abandoned and only wind and solar energy should be adopted”, is a political and policy opinion, not a proven fact. Energy experts generally consider a balanced combination of hydro, solar, wind, nuclear and other sources to be the best strategy for Pakistan.

If you want to write a neutral post for your Facebook page on this topic, this would be better:

> During the Tarbela Fifth Extension (1530 MW) project, the construction work was affected due to damage to the temporary safety dam (cofferdam), which led to delays in the project and increased costs. The investigation into the incident examined various aspects. In such large projects, proper design, quality construction, effective supervision and risk management are of utmost importance to ensure optimal use of national resources.

This article is based on facts and does not present any unsubstantiated allegations or political opinions as fact.

 

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Warsuk Hydro Power Station - New phase of restoration and upgrade.

These photos show the ongoing rehabilitation project at the Warsuk Hydro Power Station, where the machine hall, power transformers, switch yards and other important electrical and mechanical systems are being upgraded to modern lines.

Goal of this project:

Replacement of old equipment with modern technology
Improvement in electricity production and reliable operation
The age of the power station has increased by decades

 

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Forebay of Dargai Power Station from drone's view

This breathtaking aerial view is of the Forebay of Durga Hydro Power Station.

The Forebay is the main part where water is collected and managed, then the same water is sent to the turbines via intake to generate electricity.

This beautiful combination of natural water, modern engineering and clean energy is the best example of Pakistan's Pan Electricity development.

Every drop of energy, every moment of progress.

 

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Two amazing comparison pics of the POWER HOUSE taken 56 years apart.
The first pic is from the VAN BUREN FAMILY album. FROM GEOFF: Mangla 1967 - View of the Power House and Bong Canal.
The second pic is from the MEEN ATIF album. FROM MEEN: View from Mangla Fort. Late afternoon of October 31, 2023.

 

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Tarbela Dam

 

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Daducha Dam project gets go-ahead​

Our Correspondent
August 17, 2026

Workers are busy working at the Daducha Dam. PHOTO: TWITTER

RAWALPINDI: The Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) has approved a Rs36 billion PC-I for the Daducha Dam Water Supply Project, aimed at providing an additional 35 million gallons of water per day to Rawalpindi city and the cantonment.

The project involves bringing water from Daducha Dam through a 28-kilometre pipeline, installing water filtration plants and developing a water supply distribution network between the city and cantonment areas.

The total project cost of Rs36b has been divided equally between Rawalpindi city and the cantonment, with each allocated Rs18b on an equal-sharing basis.

However, a decision on whether the Rs18b share for the cantonment will be borne by the federal government or by the Punjab government will be taken by the provincial cabinet.

The cabinet will also determine the final allocation of the additional 35 million gallons of water per day between Rawalpindi city and the cantonment.

The construction of Daducha Dam is currently under way under the Punjab Irrigation Department, while the network for transporting water from the dam will be developed by the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA).

The project is expected to provide much-needed relief to residents of Rawalpindi and the cantonment, which are currently facing a severe water shortage.

 

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Gul Dheri Dam in #Nowshera, #KP has been completed.
Salient Features of the Dam:
Storage: 1,762 acre feet
Main Canal: 9,635 feet
Mini Canal: 5,727 feet
Irrigable Area: 1,200 acres
The completion of the Gul Dheri Dam will provide irrigation facilities to 1,200 acres of agricultural land, which will increase agricultural production, improve farmers' income and promote the rural economy.