Speaker of National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq To Set Aside Political Differences To Build National Consensus On Water Issues
ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 19th Aug, 2026) Speaker of National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Wednesday stressed that the political differences must be set aside to develop a national consensus on the water issue.
“Water security is human security, economic security and national security,” he said while delivering the keynote address at a Parliamentary Seminar on Water Governance.
Key Takeaways:
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Water as a National Security Issue: Ayaz Sadiq emphasized that water is life and its conservation is intrinsically linked to Pakistan’s food security, economic stability, and national security. He further stated that water is no longer a sectoral issue but a critical matter of national security.
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Condemning India’s Actions: The Speaker highlighted India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty as a violation of international law.
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Need for National Consensus: He called for a national consensus and a long-term strategy to address Pakistan’s water challenges, moving beyond temporary measures towards sustainable, permanent solutions.
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Prioritizing Water Harvesting: Ayaz Sadiq suggested making water harvesting a priority for both the federal and provincial governments.
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Promoting Sustainable Water Recycling: He stressed the need for introducing sustainable water-recycling systems to improve groundwater levels and conserve precious water resources.
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Building Water Reservoirs: The NA Speaker recommended focusing on the construction of water reservoirs and small dams.
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Federal-Provincial Cooperation: He emphasized close cooperation between the Federal and provinces as essential for effective water resource management.
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Prudent Water Utilization: Ayaz Sadiq noted that Pakistan possesses abundant water resources, but their prudent and efficient utilization is crucial.
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Implementing the National Water Policy: He highlighted the importance of effective implementation of the National Water Policy and institutional coordination for sustainable water management.
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Oversight and Transparency: Sardar Ayaz Sadiq called for ensuring transparent utilization of funds allocated for water-related projects, emphasizing Parliament’s role in effective oversight of public policies.
