ISLAMABAD, Jan 11 (DNA): Punjab government has decided to initiate Surra
dam project near Sanghar Town of Dera Ghazi Khan district to store
hill-torrents water in D G Khan, which would be used for irrigation
purpose.
The dam would be constructed to store the hill-torrents’ water in Dera
Ghazi Khan, official source told on Tuesday. The Punjab government has
directed authorities concerned early completion of feasibility study of
the Surra dam project.
The source further said the construction of the dam would provide water
to people up to Taunsa in abundant quantity, besides ensuring
development of agriculture sector of the area.
“The Surra dam will prove to be a game-changer for the area,” the source
said. The Punjab government would start the Surra dam as a pilot project
to conserve rainwater that went down the drain during the rainy season.
The project would also generate jobs for the local people to earn their
livelihood. He said the dam construction would also promote tourism in
the area.
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