Quetta's famous recreational spot, Hana Lake, has started drying up due to lack of rain.

Hanna Lake, a popular tourist destination near Quetta, Pakistan, known for its clear waters, boat races, and migratory birds, is rapidly drying up due to a severe water shortage and prolonged lack of rain. A significant portion of the lake, located approximately 13 kilometers from Quetta, has already dried, leading to disappointment among tourists. This environmental crisis not only impacts the lake's natural beauty but also threatens the future of hundreds of athletes involved in rowing and canoeing, as well as the livelihoods of businesses dependent on water sports tourism. Environmental experts are concerned about the future of the Hayat Durrani Water Sports Academy, the province's first and only international water sports academy, and the hundreds of trees planted under its environmental protection project. The drying lake also poses a severe threat to migratory birds, nearby gardens, and the overall natural environment, prompting calls for urgent and effective measures to remove accumulated silt and maximize water storage capacity in the lake.