PK Balochistan Small Scale Irrigation Project

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The Balochistan Small-scale Irrigation Project (BSSIP) will support efforts by the Government of Balochistan (GOB) to improve the management of scarce water resources in the Pishin Lora Basin (PLB) by reducing the overall impact of the present water crisis. The project objectives include: (i) increased surface water availability and reduced groundwater depletion; (ii) increased water productivity through a combination of engineering, management, and agricultural measures; and (iii) expanded local capacity and participation of farmers to implement similar schemes and formulate plans for sustainable water resources development and watershed management. The project will focus the PLB in the northern part of Balochistan. The project will following three components: (a) partial restoration of the water storage capacity; (b) developing small-scale irrigation schemes in the PLB; and (c) strengthening and building the capacity of the Irrigation and Power Department (PD), water management institutions, and farmer and community organizations, and implementing studies. The project can contribute to strengthening provincial water management capabilities.