765kV transmission line under Dasu hydropower project: World Bank’s Inspection Panel to examine complaints
ISLAMABAD: The World Bank’s independent Inspection Panel will visit Pakistan from November 2-10, 2026, to examine complaints by 15 individuals from two villages in Punjab over alleged inadequate compensation, massive devaluation of ancestral land and safety risks associated with the construction of over USD 700 million 765 kilovolt transmission line under the Dasu Hydropower Project. The…
The World Bank’s Inspection Panel will travel to Pakistan from November 2-10, 2026, to review complaints lodged by 15 individuals from two villages in Punjab. The grievances stem from the construction of a USD 700 million 765 kilovolt transmission line as part of the Dasu Hydropower Project. The complainants assert that the compensation provided for their ancestral land is insufficient, and that restrictions imposed by the transmission line’s Right of Way (RoW) have diminished the economic value of their remaining property.
They claim that these limitations have led to a 80% decrease in land value, hindering their ability to build homes or establish a dairy farm. Additionally, the panel is concerned about safety risks, particularly for children, due to the proximity of the high-voltage line to residential areas, agricultural land, and commercial properties.
The Inspection Panel, chaired by Ibrahim James Pam, will meet with World Bank management, the Ministry of Energy, and other stakeholders to assess the situation and determine whether a full investigation is required.
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