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Sindh Launches Major Climate Resilience Initiative
2 Oct
Summary
- Rs87 billion project aims to help one million people.
- Initiative addresses sea intrusion, floods, and extreme weather.
- Focuses on livelihoods, water management, and ecosystem restoration.
The Sindh Chief Minister, Syed Murad Ali Shah, has officially launched the Rs87 billion Sindh Coastal Resilience Project (SCRP). This transformative initiative is designed to bolster the resilience of coastal communities in the districts of Thatta, Sujawal, and Badin, directly benefiting approximately one million people across 500 villages.
The SCRP, a collaborative effort with IFAD, ADB, and GCF, addresses the severe threats of sea intrusion, salinity, floods, and extreme weather events that impact these vulnerable populations. The project integrates infrastructure development, environmental restoration, and livelihood enhancement under a unified framework.
Key components include strengthening climate-resilient water infrastructure, rehabilitating major drainage systems, and improving flood protection structures. Significant investment is also allocated to livelihood diversification, climate-smart agriculture, financial inclusion, and skills training for over 43,000 young people. Furthermore, over 15,000 hectares of mangrove plantations and wetland restoration are planned.
This comprehensive approach aims to protect not only people and their livelihoods but also land, water resources, and vital coastal ecosystems. The project represents a substantial commitment to safeguarding Sindh's valuable coastal assets against the escalating impacts of climate change.
