Anosh Foundation has installed two submersible summer water pumps in underserved neighborhoods of Karachi as a charitable act dedicated to the Eesal-e-Sawab of the late Nadeem Muhammad Ahmed, father of businessman and philanthropist Anosh Ahmed. The project cost stands at PKR 650,000 and is expected to serve a cumulative 200 people each day, easing household strain where water scarcity has been a part of daily life.
Guided by the principle of service for all, one of the two sites was intentionally selected to support a Christian community. As Anosh Ahmed notes, the aim is to meet human need without distinction of sect, religion, or locality—an approach that reflects the city’s shared realities and the dignity of every household.
Site 1: Sector 11-H, North Karachi (near Saint Joseph Church – Christian community)
The first installation addresses a locality that has endured more than 15 years of water stress as groundwater levels fell beyond 250 feet. To prioritize longevity and repairability, the team executed a 350-foot bore with an 8-inch diameter and fitted a submersible pump designed for continuous use. While 5-inch bores can become unreliable within a year or two and are often not repairable, the 8-inch specification allows for future maintenance and part replacement—protecting donor investment and reducing downtime. Alongside the bore and pump, a complete distribution setup has been commissioned: a 1,000-liter storage tank, two water faucets, and professional plumbing to enable orderly, hygienic collection.
The installation was inaugurated on site by Rev. Fr. Warrior Wilson Gorey at a modest ceremony hosted by Anosh Foundation. Special prayers were offered for Anosh Ahmed and his late father, and community members voiced hope that reliable water access would translate into better health, time savings, and a lighter financial burden.
Site 2: Al-Madina Colony, Sector 11, Orangi Town (Muslim locality)
The second pump serves a neighborhood where municipal water typically arrives only once a month for roughly four hours—insufficient for filling underground and rooftop tanks, and impractical for families who lack storage capacity. Many have had to purchase water, commonly spending around PKR 1,500 per month. With the new submersible pump, residents can draw water daily, reducing expenses, stabilizing household routines, and helping parents and children spend less time arranging for basic needs.
Technical approach and expected impact
Both sites were engineered for durability, continuous operation, and ease of maintenance. The focus on bore diameter, depth, and a simple, safe distribution layout is intended to minimize breakdown risk and keep water flowing through high-demand months. In the months ahead, the Foundation will monitor usage patterns and coordinate basic user guidance, such as community scheduling and simple maintenance checks, to keep the system running smoothly.
