Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah stated that the allocation for provinces under the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award has decreased this year due to provinces contributing part of their share to support the federal government.Despite financial constraints, efforts were made to ensure provincial development projects and grants remain unaffected.

The CM highlighted concerns raised by KATI regarding the Yellow Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project, promising consultations with stakeholders to resolve issues.Lessons from the Red Line project were mentioned, with assurances to complete the Yellow Line project on time without public inconvenience.The Sindh government allocated Rs9 billion for Karachi’s industrial zones, including Rs2bn for KATI.

Indus Hospital CEO Dr Abdul Bari noted the hospital’s expansion into a nationwide healthcare network and its increased budget enabling free treatment for 600,000 patients daily.

Sindh Governor Nehal Hashmi assured industrialists in SITE area of support for resolving industry issues, while discussions on establishing a development company and improving utility prices were proposed.The article underscores fiscal challenges, infrastructure planning, and healthcare growth in Sindh.