Qatar Charity (QC) has installed 17 solar-powered water stations in Pakistan's Khairpur and Sanghar districts in Sindh province, bringing clean, safe drinking water to more than 12,750 people.
Access to safe drinking water remains a pressing concern in both districts, a QC statement said Tuesday. In Khairpur, approximately 40% of the underground water is contaminated and unfit for human consumption.
The situation is further exacerbated by the poor state of public water infrastructure — only three out of 20 drinking water supply schemes are currently functional, with the rest requiring extensive and costly rehabilitation.
In neighbouring Sanghar, nearly half the groundwater is unsafe to drink.
Fawad Hussain Shah, deputy commissioner of Khairpur, said the support of organisations like QC is vital in ensuring clean water reaches those most in need.
“Today, our children are safe from disease and use clean water even for prayer,” said 58-year-old beneficiary Rasool Bux from Khairpur. “We used to suffer from diarrhea and malaria due to contaminated water. Thanks to Qatar Charity, that has changed.”
In Sanghar, 31-year-old Sobia Ayat recalled the devastation of the 2022 floods, which left her village without access to clean water. “We were forced to drink brackish water, which led to widespread illness. Now, thanks to the solar water station built by Qatar Charity, we have clean water for ourselves and our livestock. Our entire village is grateful.”
In 2024 alone, Qatar Charity constructed 106 hand pumps, 14 solar water stations, 12 deep solar water stations, and 14 twin-set latrines across the province, collectively benefiting over 40,400 people.
Qatar Charity invites Qatari citizens and residents to seize the blessings of Dhul-Hijjah’s first ten days by supporting its projects, especially water projects, emphasising the profound spiritual reward of good deeds during this sacred time.
Generous individuals can donate to the campaign through QC's website (https://qch.qa/aWater) and app (https://qch.qa/appen). Alternatively, donations can be made through the 'Home Collector' service on the app, by calling 44290000, or at QC branches and collectors in shopping malls.
