Government Forms High-Level Committee to Address Diamer Bhasha Dam Affectees’ Concerns

PM Announces Committee to Resolve Grievances of Diamer Bhasha Dam Displaced Families–Official Notification:

The Government of Pakistan has taken a significant step towards resolving the concerns of Diamer Bhasha Dam affectees by constituting a high-level committee to address their legitimate grievances. This move aims to ensure fair compensation, rehabilitation, and welfare measures for the displaced families and affected communities.

As per the official notification issued by the Ministry of Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan & SAFRON, the committee will be led by the Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan & SAFRON as Chairman, with the Minister for Water Resources as Co-Chairman. Other key members include the Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, Chairman WAPDA, Chief Secretary GB, and relevant stakeholders.

The committee is tasked with evaluating the demands of the affectees and formulating solutions that align with government policies and international best practices for resettlement and compensation. The Ministry of Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan & SAFRON will provide secretarial support for the committee’s operations. Please find the official notification below:

GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN
MINISTRY OF KASHMIR AFFAIRS, GILGIT-BALTISTAN &
SAFRON

Islamabad, the 20^th February, 2025

Notification

SUBJECT:             No.F.PC-5(2)/2024. The Prime Minister of Pakistan has been pleased to constitute following Committee to look into the demands of Diamer Bhasha Dam affectees and to address their genuine grievances.

1. Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan and SAFRON            Chairman
2. Minister for Water Resources                                                 Co-chairman
3. Chief Minister GB                                                                   Member
4. Secretary, KA, GB & SAFRON                                                  Member
5. Chairman, WAPDA                                                                 Member
6. Chief Secretary, GB                                                                 Member
7. Any other member to be co-opted

2.                     Ministry of Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan & SAFRON shall provide the Secretariat support to the committee.

Joint Secretary

Diamer Bhasha Dam Project: A Step Towards Justice for Affectees:

The Diamer Bhasha Dam Project is a megaproject of national importance, contributing to Pakistan’s energy and water security. However, the displacement of local communities has been a longstanding issue, requiring immediate attention. With this newly formed high-level committee, the government is demonstrating its commitment to fair compensation and rehabilitation for those affected.

By bringing together key government officials, WAPDA representatives, and provincial authorities, this initiative ensures a holistic approach to resolving grievances. The government urges affectees to cooperate with the committee and participate in discussions to reach a mutually beneficial resolution.

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