Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has issued directives that third-party validation must be ensured to maintain transparency in public welfare projects, particularly those related to clean water, electricity, communication, and education.
He emphasized the importance of upholding high standards in both completed and near-completion projects through independent validation.
Chairing a review meeting on the development projects of the current fiscal year, the prime minister instructed that all delayed projects must be completed at the earliest.
He stated that the construction of high-quality educational centers, such as Danish Schools, in Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, and all provinces remains a top priority for the government.
The prime minister added that educational institutions are a vital component of this year’s development agenda, aiming to provide international-standard education and training to children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds—ensuring equal development opportunities for all.
He further highlighted the critical role of water reservoirs in national development, noting that several such projects are currently under construction.
Regarding technological development, he noted that the establishment of technology parks in Karachi and Islamabad would position Pakistan as a major regional and global hub for information technology.
He also stressed that the development of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) is a cornerstone of the government’s broader economic vision.
During the meeting, the prime minister was briefed on completed projects as well as those in progress during the current fiscal year.
It was informed that multiple projects across the country—spanning communications, IT, water reservoirs, electricity, education, and healthcare—have been completed, while work on new initiatives is progressing swiftly.
The meeting was attended by Minister for Planning and Development Dr. Ahsan Iqbal, Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, along with senior officials from relevant institutions. – APP
