PM orders to complete Karachi-Chaman Expressway
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed to convert Karachi-Chaman National Highway (N-25), a critical transport corridor into a high-quality expressway comparable in standards to Pakistan’s motorways.
The prime minister chaired a high-level review meeting at the Prime Minister’s House to assess the progress on the construction and upgradation of the 790-kilometer-long Karachi-Chaman National Highway (N-25), a Prime Minister’s Office news release said.
The prime minister emphasized that the project was a cornerstone for the socio-economic develop-ment of Balochistan.
‘The upgradation of the Karachi-Chaman highway is not just a road project-it’s a strategic lifeline for Balochistan’s prosperity,’ he stated.
PM Shehbaz mentioned that instead of passing on the recent reduction in petroleum product prices to the general public, the government has redirected those savings to fund the expressway project. ‘All provinces supported this move, symbolizing national unity and a shared commitment to Balochistan’s uplift,’ he added.
The prime minister said once completed, the travel time between Karachi and Chaman-currently about 18 hours-would be reduced to just 6 to 8 hours. ‘This will boost trade, transport, and public convenience along the route.’ he added.
During the meeting, strict instructions were issued to ensure top-tier construction standards and time-ly completion within two years. The PM also directed that environmental safeguards be incorporated during construction and that third-party validation be conducted post-completion.