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Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi made a surprise visit to the Green Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) extension project and reviewed the ongoing construction work along the route from Numaish Chowrangi to Municipal Park. He interacted with workers and other staff present at the site and stressed the need to accelerate construction so that the people of Karachi could benefit from the project as soon as possible.
Speaking to the media, Governor Sindh stated that the Green Line BRT extension project is scheduled for completion during the current fiscal year. Under the project, stations are being constructed along a 1.8-kilometre route, and the federal government has already released its allocated share of funds.
Governor Sindh Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi described the Green Line BRT as a major project for Karachi that has improved public transport facilities for the city’s residents. He noted that the project was initiated during the tenure of former Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, who envisioned a modern mass transit system for Karachi. He emphasized that the city continues to need major transport projects and that providing better commuting facilities to its residents remains essential.
Referring to the distribution of powers under the 18th Constitutional Amendment, Governor Sindh explained that the scope for the federal government to directly undertake certain development projects had become limited. However, he assured that the federal government would continue to play its role in Karachi’s development. He highlighted that Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif had consistently extended support to Karachi, while Nawaz Sharif’s vision for the city’s development also remained significant.
Governor Sindh Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi described Karachi as Pakistan’s economic hub, the backbone of the national economy and a city close to the hearts of all Pakistanis. He remarked that Karachi is a dynamic metropolis and that the entire country takes pride in it. He stressed that the development of Karachi is directly linked to Pakistan’s overall progress. He added that whenever the Pakistan Muslim League (N) had the opportunity to serve, it had sought to introduce further development projects for the city that would benefit its residents. He made it clear that the federal government was not oblivious to Karachi’s challenges.
Responding to a question about political matters, Governor Sindh observed that every political party has its own approach and that differences of opinion are a natural feature of a democratic society. He emphasized that the state’s fundamental responsibility is to protect the lives and property of citizens. He added that the Constitution of Pakistan empowers the state to fulfil this responsibility and maintained that no unconstitutional action had been taken in this regard.
On the occasion, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister of Punjab Rashid Nasrullah stated that the Green Line BRT was among the projects promised to the people of Karachi by former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. He also credited Nawaz Sharif with efforts to restore law and order in Karachi and mentioned initiatives, including the provision of laptops to young people in Sindh.
Rashid Nasrullah also referred to ongoing development projects and the restoration of historical sites in Lahore. He observed that the 18th Constitutional Amendment had placed certain limits on the federal government’s authority to implement particular projects directly.
The completion of the Green Line BRT extension is expected to further improve public transport facilities and expand Karachi’s urban transit network, providing greater convenience for the city’s commuters.
Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi has said that eradication of poverty is essential for building a safe, prosperous and dignified society.
In his message on the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty on Saturday, he said that provision of safe and affordable housing to every citizen is an important step towards eradicating poverty.
The Governor Syed Muhammad Nihal Hashmi said that poverty can be eradicated not merely through financial assistance, but by ensuring access to employment, education and healthcare facilities. He said that the government, private sector and society must work together to eradicate poverty and promote the welfare of vulnerable segments of society.