By Lahore’s groundwater reserves are under immense pressure as three major companies have collectively extracted 2.6 billion gallons of water. The city, already facing water scarcity due to excessive urbanization and declining rainfall, is witnessing a rapid depletion of its underground water sources. The unchecked extraction, largely driven by industrial and commercial demands, has raised serious concerns about sustainability and environmental impact.
Experts warn that if such practices continue without proper regulation, Lahore could face a severe water crisis in the coming years, affecting millions of residents who rely on groundwater for daily use. In Multan, a multinational company has extracted approximately 1.34 billion gallons of groundwater over six years. The region, known for its agricultural dependence and already stressed water resources, is experiencing declining water tables due to continuous extraction.
Environmentalists and local communities have raised concerns about the long-term consequences of such large-scale water usage. The excessive pumping of groundwater can lead to land subsidence, reduced agricultural productivity, and severe water shortages for local residents. Calls for stricter regulations and sustainable water management practices are growing to prevent further depletion of Multan’s vital groundwater reserves. Both cases highlight the urgent need for government intervention, stricter policies, and sustainable water management practices to protect Pakistan’s rapidly depleting underground water resources.
