The most recent development in the K-4 water project for Karachi, as reported by Hum News on February 12, 2026, indicates that the project is on track to be completed by December 2026. Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal announced that the project will supply Karachi with 260 million gallons of water daily. The initial cost of the project was estimated at 120 billion rupees, but it has now increased to 170 billion rupees due to revisions. Iqbal emphasized the importance of Karachi as an economic asset, stating, 'Karachi is Pakistan's major economic asset and engine of growth.' He also mentioned that the distribution of water within the city will be managed by the Sindh government, and efforts are being made to prevent water wastage through ongoing lining work. Additionally, a committee established by the Prime Minister is reviewing net metering, and a new motorway project connecting Karachi, Hyderabad, and Sukkur is in collaboration with the Islamic Development Bank.