World Bank Approves $400m to Boost Water, Sanitation and Cities in Punjab

WB approves $400m for Punjab cities

ISLAMABAD  -  The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved $400 million in financing for a new initiative aimed at expanding safely managed

World Bank approves $400m to boost water, sanitation and cities in Punjab

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World Bank approves $400m to improve water and sanitation in Punjab

The World Bank has approved $400 million for a new project to improve water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH) services and urban governance in 16 secondary cities across Punjab. The Punjab Inclusive Cities Program (PICP) will fund the rehabilitation of water supply networks, sewerage systems, wastewater treatment plants, and stormwater drainage. It will also strengthen local governments’ capacity for sustainable service delivery, revenue generation, a…

World Bank approves $400 million assistance for Pakistan

The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved financing of $400 million, which will be used for water, sanitation, and basic hygiene projects in Punjab. The funds will also help improve the institutional and financial performance of local urban administrations. According to a statement, the Punjab Inclusive Cities Program (PICP) will support the improvement and rehabilitation of water supply networks, sewage systems, and wastewater …

World Bank approves $400 million for Pakistan

F.P. Report ISLAMABAD: The World Bank (WB) has announced that it will provide Pakistan with $400 million in funding for the Punjab Inclusive Cities Program. According to the statement, the funds will help deliver clean drinking water, sanitation and waste management services to 4.5 million people across 16 cities in Punjab, Pakistan. An additional 2 million residents will benefit from improved solid waste collection and cleanliness systems. The …

World Bank approves $400M for Punjab water and sanitation projects

The World Bank has granted $400 million in financing to support major water and sanitation projects across Punjab, aiming to enhance public health, urban resilience, and sustainable development in the province. According to the World Bank, the funding will target 16 cities, with comprehensive improvements planned for water supply systems, sewage networks, wastewater treatment plants, and rainwater drainage infrastructure. The initiative is desig…