Govt committed to ensure implementation of hydropower projects without any delay: PM.

ISLAMABAD -- Prime Minister Imran Khan says the government is committed to ensure implementation of hydropower projects without any delay, and every assistance will be provided in this regard.

He was chairing a briefing on progress in construction of important hydropower projects, including Mohmand Dam, Dasu Hydropower project, Tarbela IV (Extension), and Diamer Bhasha Dam, in Islamabad on Thursday.

The Prime Minister directed the ministries concerned to pay special attention on resolution of the problems regarding these hydropower projects.

Expressing satisfaction over progress in these projects, the Prime Minister said capacity enhancement of water reservoirs and acquisition of affordable electricity are priorities of the government.

He said effective use of precious water resource plays key role in agricultural and economic development.

The Prime Minister said not only shortage of electricity will be fulfilled with cheap electricity but it will also promote industrial sector in the country, which will enhance the country's capacity to compete at international level.

The Prime Minister was briefed that these projects will generate 9620 megawatt additional electricity and...