London Post Correspondent
Tharparkar, Sindh
In the vast, arid stretches of Tharparkar’s desert, access to clean drinking water remains one of the most pressing challenges for local communities. Addressing this critical need, Al Mustafa Welfare Trust Pakistan continues to expand its water project, providing sustainable solutions to some of the country’s most water-scarce regions.
Managing Director of Al Mustafa Pakistan, Ms. Nusrat Saleem, recently visited several villages in Tehsil Diplo, District Mithi, accompanied by distinguished donors Engineer Sheikh Muhammad Arshad and Begum Parveen Arshad. The visit aimed to review the ongoing water initiatives and engage directly with local residents benefiting from the project.
For several years, Al Mustafa’s water project has been transforming lives across Tharparkar. Hundreds of solar-powered community water wells and hand pumps have been installed, ensuring reliable access to clean drinking water for thousands of residents. These initiatives have significantly reduced the daily burden on women and children, who traditionally travel long distances to fetch water.
During the visit, Ms. Saleem and the delegation interacted with local families, listened to their concerns, and witnessed firsthand the socio-economic challenges faced by communities living in extreme poverty. She also spent time with children and women, emphasizing the organization’s commitment not only to infrastructure development but also to community welfare.
Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Saleem highlighted the importance of donor support in sustaining such life-changing projects. “Access to clean water is a basic human right. Our mission is to ensure that even the most remote communities in Tharparkar can live with dignity and hope,” she said.
The delegation included Muhammad Nawaz Kharl, Head of Media and Public Relations, Arham Saleem Qadri, Manager South, and local coordinator Tahira Imran, who provided on-ground insights into the project’s progress and future expansion plans.
Al Mustafa’s water project stands as a beacon of hope in Tharparkar, turning scarcity into sustainability and bringing relief to countless families across the desert region.
Photo by: Nasir Iqbal
