The federal government has instructed relevant authorities to expedite work on five major motorway and highway projects across Pakistan to improve regional connectivity and support economic growth. The directive was issued during a high-level meeting focused on the National Highway Authority’s (NHA) ongoing development efforts.
The prioritized projects include the dualization and rehabilitation of Balkasar-Mianwali Road, Zhob to Kuchlak section of N-50, Khuzdar to Kuchlak section of N-25, the new Motorway from Karachi to Hyderabad (M-9), and the expansion of Thakot to Raikot section of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Officials were told to remove administrative and financial bottlenecks to accelerate the implementation of these vital transport links. These routes are critical for reducing travel times, improving trade logistics, and fostering regional development, especially in underdeveloped areas like Balochistan and northern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The government emphasized transparency, timely delivery, and effective use of resources, directing close coordination between federal and provincial agencies for smooth execution.
The government has called for immediate acceleration of five critical motorway and highway projects to enhance regional connectivity and boost economic activity. Emphasis was placed on eliminating delays and ensuring timely completion of routes crucial for trade and development, especially under the CPEC initiative.
infrastructure development, CPEC projects, road connectivity
