An orientation session with newly elected Chairman Mir Ghulam Abbas, MCJ, took place at Marriot Hotel

The primary objective of the meeting was to discuss and define the specific roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders, including HANDS – USAID, Water Governance for Sindh Activity, USPCAS-W, MSDP, and MCJ. The session witnessed the presence of esteemed participants, including Mr Tauseef Lateef, Chief of Party-USAID Water Governance for Sindh Activity at HANDS Pakistan, Prof. Dr Kamran Ansari, Director of USPCAS-W at Mehran UET, Mr Syed Shakaib, Director General (Works) at MSDP, Mr Sagar Pahuja from MCJ, and other distinguished individuals.

The meeting agenda revolved around fostering a collaborative environment to clearly define the roles of each stakeholder in their respective areas of expertise. Through focused discussions and knowledge sharing, the session aimed to streamline efforts, synchronize strategies, and maximize the impact of the collective initiatives.

Mr Tauseef Lateef, Chief of Party-USAID Water Governance for Sindh Activity at HANDS Pakistan, expressed his enthusiasm about the session, stating, “This orientation session provides a valuable platform for stakeholders to align their efforts and work towards a common goal of promoting water governance in Sindh. It is crucial for us to understand our specific roles and responsibilities to implement our initiatives effectively.”
During the session, Prof. Dr Kamran Jan Ansari, Director of USPCAS-W at Mehran UET, emphasized the significance of collaboration, saying, “By pooling our technical expertise and resources, we can accelerate progress and drive sustainable change in the water sector. Defining our roles in this orientation session is an important step towards achieving our collective vision.”

The orientation session concluded on a positive note, with participants expressing their dedication to working together to achieve the desired outcomes. By clarifying specific roles and responsibilities, the stakeholders aim to enhance coordination, promote effective project implementation, and positively impact water governance in Sindh.