Seminar at UoT: Academics and Environmental Experts Urge Fair Water Governance as Balochistan Faces Worsening Water Scarcity
Posted on 12 Nov, 2026 - Published by
Academics, hydrologists, and environmental experts at a seminar at the University of Turbat (UoT) discussed Balochistan's growing water challenges, with particular emphasis on the hydrological, ecological, agricultural, and socioeconomic impacts of the Mirani Dam. They called for urgent scientific research to address the province's worsening water insecurity.
Organised to mark World Science Day, the seminar, titled "Water of Balochistan: Hydrological, Ecological, and Socioeconomic Impacts of the Mirani Dam in the Kech Region," was hosted by UoT's Faculty of Science, Engineering and IT in collaboration with the Science Club Turbat on November 11, 2026.
Moderating the seminar, Faculty Dean Dr Haneef Ur Rehman emphasized the need for interdisciplinary dialogue and informed public discussion to understand the region's environmental and agricultural challenges and to find sustainable solutions.
Panellists included climate and water specialist Pazeer Baloch, Engr Raza Samad, Karez system expert Dr Shabir Ahmed, and faculty member Dr Abdul Qayyum, examined the hydrological conditions of Turbat and Gwadar and highlighted the growing pressures of climate change, groundwater overexploitation, and limited surface-water resources. The speakers urged the government to put in place fair and transparent water governance frameworks.
According to the university spokesperson, UoT Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Gul Hasan, in his message, commended the Faculty of Science, Engineering and IT for conducting research on regional infrastructure and environmental issues. He reiterated the university's commitment to academic innovation and sustainable development.
