The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has entered into a Rs1.14 billion Institutional Assessment and Reforms Consultancy (IARC) contract with a consortium of international and local firms. The consortium includes France-based Ginger Sofreco, Uruguay’s GME, and Pakistan’s Warm Waters Advisory.
IARC is a World Bank-funded project having total value of Rs1.14 billion. The IARC endeavour is designed to thoroughly evaluate WAPDA’s organisational structures, functions and resources.
The contract is meant to embrace international standards, optimisingn WAPDA’s operational framework, and fostering sustainable development.
The signing ceremony, held under the chairmanship of WAPDA Chairman Lt Gen (Retd) Sajjad Ghani, was attended by senior officials from the authority and representatives of the consultancy firms. Speaking on the occasion, General Manager (Hydro) Planning, Dr. Khawar Munir, highlighted the project’s importance.
“This reforms study is not just a project; it is a commitment to embrace innovation, modernize operations, and ensure sustainable development through strong institutional reforms,” Munir stated.
The IARC project is designed to evaluate WAPDA’s organisational structures, operational functions, and resource utilisation. This in-depth assessment will identify the organisation’s strengths and areas requiring improvement, paving the way for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness.
The project also signifies WAPDA’s intent to align with global best practices. By adopting insights from the IARC study, the authority aims to streamline its operations and reinforce its role in Pakistan’s energy and water management sectors. The project aims to ensure long-term sustainability by improving governance and operational mechanisms.
By committing to institutional reforms through the World Bank-funded initiative, Wapda is taking a vital step toward achieving its vision of modernisation and operational excellence. This initiative is expected to have a far-reaching impact on the authority’s efficiency and its ability to deliver on key national development goals.
