Govt advances major development projects: Sharjeel
In a media briefing, Sindh’s Senior Minister, Sharjeel Inam Memon, provided updates on significant government initiatives aimed at improving the lives of Sindh’s residents, including large-scale housing projects and youth empowerment programs. Despite the economic challenges facing the country, Memon assured the public that the Sindh government is progressing with its ambitious plan to build 2.1 million houses for those affected by floods. Many of these houses are already completed, with more under construction to offer shelter and stability to flood victims.
Additionally, the Sindh government has launched a new program to train 10,000 young individuals in Information Technology (IT), in collaboration with NED University and IBA Sukkur.
This initiative aims to equip youth with the skills needed for self-sufficiency and career development in the IT sector, positioning them to contribute to the country’s technological advancement. Memon emphasized the importance of IT in today’s world, saying,
“It is important for every country to excel in the IT sector, and for young people to start exporting IT software, as Pakistan has a wealth of talent.” On the infrastructure front, Memon highlighted two mega projects in Karachi, the Malir Expressway and Link Road, which are set to benefit the city’s residents once completed. The Malir Expressway, in particular, is expected to open to the public next year.
Other major transportation projects such as the Yellow and Red Line BRTs are progressing rapidly, with the goal of improving Karachi’s transit system. In a strong political statement, Memon addressed the growing tensions with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, stating that PTI’s real opposition lies not with any political party or institution, but with Pakistan itself. He criticized PTI for its efforts to tarnish the country’s reputation internationally, mentioning that “PTI has left no stone unturned in making Pakistan, the country’s institutions, and political parties controversial.”
He also accused PTI of being involved in lobbying against Pakistan, with billions of rupees being funneled to foreign lobbyists to weaken the nation. Memon further condemned PTI leaders, including Ali Amin Gandapur and Bushra Bibi, for fleeing the country when the government took decisive actions. He also strongly rebuked Gandapur’s inflammatory statement, where he suggested using weapons against the government, stating, “Ali Amin Gandapur should take up arms against the terrorists who are committing terrorism by killing the poor and common people in Bannu and Parachinar.” Regarding water issues, Memon reaffirmed the Pakistan Peoples Party’s (PPP) clear stance, highlighting that Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has laid out a solid policy for addressing these concerns. Memon also noted that PTI had refused talks with the federal government, missing an opportunity for reconciliation.
He concluded by asserting that PTI’s second-tier leadership is not sincere with Imran Khan, and that their interests lie in keeping him imprisoned to maintain their operations outside the country.