Pakistan begins construction of Diamer Bhasha Dam
(WorldNews Pakistan)

Islamabad: Pakistan`s Prime Minister Imran Khan initiated the construction of one of the country`s largest dams on Wednesday to meet water and electricity needs. Diamer Bhasha dam will be the country`s third big dam to be built after Tarbela and Mangla dams. It is a multi-purpose dam that will be used for water storage, flood mitigation, divert water for irrigation and power generation. PM Imran Khan inaugurates the dam “Diamer Bhasha dam will be the biggest dam in Pakistan`s history,” PM Imran Khan announced at the launch ceremony in Chilas, adding that the dam will benefit the country both economically and environmentally especially the people of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB). Pakistan Army Chief...