Clean Water for Underserved Communities
Karachi (Staff Reporter): The Anoush Foundation has installed two submersible water pumps in poor areas of Karachi to help solve the shortage of clean drinking water. This project is a continuous charity (Sadaqah Jariyah) in memory of Nadeem Muhammad Ahmed, the late father of businessman and social worker Anoush Ahmed.
The total cost of the project was Rs. 650,000. It will benefit about 200 people every day, bringing relief to families who face water shortages as part of daily life.
Serving Humanity Without Discrimination
According to Anoush Ahmed, this effort aims to serve humanity without discrimination. It supports people regardless of religion, creed, or background. One of the pumps was installed for the Christian community in Sector 11-H, North Karachi, near St. Joseph Church.
This area has suffered from a water crisis for more than 15 years, as the water table dropped below 250 feet. To create a long-lasting system, the team drilled a 350-foot-deep, 8-inch borehole and installed a pump that can run continuously.
Smaller 5-inch bores usually stop working within one or two years and cannot be repaired. However, an 8-inch bore can be repaired or upgraded in the future, protecting the donor’s investment and ensuring reliable service.
A Complete and Sustainable Water System
The foundation also built a complete water distribution setup. It includes a 1,000-liter tank, two taps, and proper plumbing, so people can easily collect clean water in an organized way.
The project was inaugurated by Reverend Father Warier Wilson Gori at a small ceremony organized by the Anoush Foundation. Special prayers were offered for Anoush Ahmed and his late father.
Local residents thanked the foundation for this support. They said the new water system will improve community health, save time, and reduce household expenses.
Extending Help to Orangi Town
The second pump was installed in Al-Madina Colony, Sector 11, Orangi Town, a mostly Muslim area. Residents here receive municipal water only once a month for about four hours. That is not enough to fill their underground or rooftop tanks.
As a result, many families have been forced to buy water, spending over Rs. 1,500 every month. With this new submersible pump, people can now access clean water every day. This change will help reduce expenses, bring stability to household routines, and save valuable time for parents and children.
Continuing a Legacy of Compassion
Through this initiative, Anoush Ahmed continues his father’s legacy of compassion and service to humanity. His work shows that small, sustainable projects can make a lasting impact. It also promotes interfaith harmony and community cooperation in a diverse city like Karachi.
This project is a strong reminder that kindness and inclusion can create meaningful change — one drop of water at a time.
