Kalam: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Mehmood Khan on Saturday (May 28) inaugurated development projects worth billions of rupees in the mountainous district of Sawat, news sources reported. The projects include educational institution, staff housing schemes, and the solarization of mosques and schools.
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As per the details, CM Mehmood inaugurated the following projects during his one-day visit: PKR 4 billion Staff Colony for Kalam-Gabral Hydropower Project’s employees
• PKR 2.8 billion Shahi Cricket Stadium in Kalam
• Engineering University Kalam Campus,
• Solarisation of mosques and schools
• Government High Schools in Qandil, Gornai
• Seven RCC bridges
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In addition to the ongoing initiatives, he announced a PKR 1 billion project for Kalam in addition to the allocation of PKR 36 billion for a power plant. According to Mehmood, the government would invest more money in tourism development in the area, which is crucial for local job creation. He stated that the administration will consult with locals before starting any new project in the area.