A high-level delegation of the Islamic Development Bank visited the Mohmand Dam Hydropower Project the other day to review progress and observe the ongoing construction works. The three-member delegation was led by Dr. Rami Mahmoud Ahmed, Vice President Operations, Islamic Development Bank. During the visit, the delegation conducted a detailed inspection of all project construction sites, where senior officials of WAPDA, along with contractors and expert consultants, were present and briefed the delegation on the technical aspects of the project.

Subsequently, the General Manager of Mohmand Dam, Asim Rauf Khan, gave a comprehensive briefing at the project office on the overall progress of the project. He highlighted the achievement of construction targets and explained the future course of action in detail. The delegation expressed satisfaction with the pace of civil, electrical, and mechanical works and appreciated the engineering standards being maintained in line with international practices.

On this occasion, the Islamic Development Bank reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the timely completion of the project. The Islamic Development Bank is providing US $180 million in financial assistance for the construction of the Mohmand Dam. This funding is being utilised to complete and install spillway gates, diversion tunnel gates, and powerhouse turbines and generators.

Dr. Rami Mahmoud Ahmed reiterated the Islamic Development Bank’s commitment to continue its support for Pakistan’s social and economic development, as well as for achieving self-sufficiency in the energy sector.