Saleem Ashraf
Saleem Ashraf is the Managing Director of the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. He has been vocal about the severe water crisis affecting the city, exacerbated by drought and increasing population. Under his leadership, WASA has declared a water emergency due to a significant shortfall in water supply, with daily demands outstripping available resources. Ashraf has initiated awareness campaigns to promote water conservation amid declining water levels in reservoirs and underground aquifers. His management strategies focus on mitigating the impact of the ongoing drought and ensuring equitable water distribution to residents.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Pakistan | 4 | 6.75 | 0.14% | +10% | 220,892,331 | 333,308 | $280,000 | 422$ |
| Totals | 4 | 220,892,331 | 333,308 | $280,000 | 422$ |
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Recent Mentions
Pakistan:
Wasa Managing Director Saleem Ashraf added that heavy machinery was used to clear water from various roads.
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Pakistan:
Wasa Managing Director Saleem Ashraf stated that the current water level at Rawal Dam is 1,748 feet.
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Pakistan:
Wasa Managing Director Saleem Ashraf said the siren sounded in the localities adjacent to Leh and people were evacuated.
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Pakistan:
Saleem Ashraf, the Managing Director of Water and Sanitation Agency, reported no water accumulation due to light rain.
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Pakistan:
Wasa Managing Director Saleem Ashraf told Dawn that all the emergency staff had been asked to remain on duty to deal with any emergency.
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Pakistan:
Saleem Ashraf stated that the increase in population and commercial activities is reducing water reserves.
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