The Political Administration of Kurram Agency has completed construction
of two flood protection spurs for the communities of Banichot, Ghat
Durrani, Warokai Durrani in the Durrani area and Qamar Kali, Dagaree
Kali and Haji Nawab Kali in the Kuchi area of Lower Kurram Agency,
which will protect the communities’ agricultural lands from future
flooding.
According to a press release issued by the Directorate of
Information FATA on Monday, the Political Administration of Lower
Kurram has constructed two flood protection spurs measuring 121 meters
long.
The spurs will benefit some 1,400 individuals and protect about
1,000 acres of agricultural land of these villages. The flood
protection spurs will also protect public and private infrastructure
from floods. The political authorities prioritized the scheme and
completed construction of the spurs in a short period of time.
The press release added that the local community took active part in
the construction, which resulted in timely and quality completion of
the project. In addition, local labour was also hired from the
community to ensure a sense of ownership among the people.
According to statement the government is focusing to address the
basic needs of the remote and under developed areas with an aim to
improve the standard of life and ensure access to basic services for
the masses of these areas. SANA
