Islamabad: The long-awaited Karachi-Sukkur Motorway project is set to begin construction this year, as announced by Federal Minister for Communications, Privatization, and Board of Investment Abdul Aleem Khan. The minister has directed relevant authorities to take immediate steps to initiate work on this vital infrastructure project.
In a high-level departmental meeting, Minister Aleem Khan emphasized the strategic importance of the Karachi-Sukkur Motorway in enhancing the country’s transportation network and boosting economic development. He stated that the Sindh government will also be invited to collaborate on the construction, ensuring a comprehensive approach to its development.
The motorway will originate from Karachi Port and seamlessly connect with the existing Sukkur Motorway, completing the North-South Motorway network across Pakistan. The project is expected to be executed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. However, if private sector participation is not secured, the government is prepared to bear the full cost to ensure its timely execution.
Aleem Khan highlighted the transformative impact of the Karachi-Sukkur Motorway on Pakistan’s economy, particularly in facilitating the transportation of commercial goods. He projected that the motorway will generate approximately PKR 3,000 billion in profits over the next 25 years, marking it as a milestone in national development.
The minister expressed a firm commitment to starting construction in 2025, aiming to complete the project in the shortest possible time. He underscored that this initiative aligns with the government’s broader vision of improving connectivity and fostering economic growth through robust infrastructure development.
This project is expected to significantly reduce travel time, improve trade logistics, and contribute to the socio-economic upliftment of the regions it traverses.
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