ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an additional $80.75 million (Rs 22.47 billion) for the Sindh Emergency Flood Assistance Project (EFAP), raising total project funding to $280.47 million (Rs 78.04 billion).
Launched after the 2022 floods, EFAP focuses on rebuilding irrigation, drainage, and flood protection systems while strengthening disaster resilience. Of the new funding, $54.42 million will go to civil works, with overall project progress reported at 43.9%.
So far, $135.33 million has been disbursed, though officials note delays due to contract disputes, land issues, and material shortages. ADB says the fresh allocation will speed up work in flood-prone districts and enhance Sindh’s long-term preparedness against climate-related risks.