The KP Water Act 2020 provides the legal and institutional framework for the sustainable management, regulation, conservation, and protection of water resources in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Act establishes clear roles and responsibilities for provincial authorities, promotes integrated water resource management, and ensures equitable distribution and efficient utilization of water across domestic, agricultural, industrial, and environmental sectors.
This landmark legislation strengthens governance mechanisms for water allocation, groundwater regulation, licensing, monitoring, and enforcement, while emphasizing sustainability, climate resilience, and long-term resource security. It also supports coordinated planning among departments to address emerging challenges such as water scarcity, urbanization, and environmental degradation.
The document serves as a foundational policy reference for stakeholders engaged in water supply, sanitation, irrigation, environmental protection, and development planning within the province.