Author: Sajjad Shah

By Sajjad Shah KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah met the federal minister for commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, who called on him in Karachi with a high-level delegation. Discussions focused on key sectors, including agriculture, livestock, Marble City, and insurance. Speaking on agriculture, Jam Kamal Khan said crop insurance had not previously existed in Pakistan, but the federal government was now taking steps to introduce it. The chief minister stressed that crop financing and insurance were essential, noting that farmers could not achieve better yields without access to financing. Jam Kamal added that the Sindh government was actively…

Shah called the blaze a “major incident,” warning that the damage might be so extensive the entire building could need demolition By Sajjad Shah KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah announced on Monday that the families of those who perished in the devastating Gul Plaza fire in Karachi would each receive Rs10 million in compensation, while promising that the destroyed building would be rebuilt. Speaking at a press conference alongside senior officials, Shah described the blaze as a “major incident” and indicated that the scale of the damage may require the entire structure to be demolished. He said that…

Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto claimed Sindh had become a testing ground for progressive social policies, pioneering welfare and inclusion initiatives later adopted nationally By Sajjad Shah KARACHI: Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari presented his party’s record in Sindh to a mixed audience of national and international participants, framing the province as a testing ground for welfare-led governance and progressive legislation during the PPP’s time in power. Speaking during the presentation, Bilawal Bhutto said Sindh had positioned itself at the forefront of social protection and inclusion, arguing that many initiatives later discussed at the federal level had first been…

By Sajjad Shah KARACHI: The Sindh cabinet, led by Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, convened on Tuesday to review ongoing development initiatives and set policy priorities for the province. The meeting, attended by provincial ministers, advisors, special assistants, the chief secretary, and relevant department heads, considered 18 agenda items and approved a series of measures aimed at accelerating growth and improving public services across Sindh. During the session, the Sindh chief minister for local government presented the Finance Committee’s report, detailing resource allocations for various provincial projects. Chief Minister Shah emphasized the need for efficient and accountable use of the…

Bilawal Bhutto reflected on Jinnah’s enduring legacy, portraying the university’s namesake as a timeless emblem of vision, discipline, and unwavering public service By Sajjad Shah KARACHI: At the 7th convocation of Jinnah Sindh Medical University in Karachi, Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari delivered a speech that blended reflection on history with a call to service, urging the new generation of medical professionals to carry their knowledge with humility and responsibility. Bilawal Bhutto began by highlighting the symbolic weight of the university’s name, describing Muhammad Ali Jinnah as a figure synonymous with vision, discipline, and service. “Quaid-e-Azam believed that…

By Sajjad Shah KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah met with the Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on Industry and Production, Haroon Akhtar, to discuss a strategic federal–provincial partnership aimed at revitalizing the province’s small and medium enterprise (SME) sector. The meeting focused on identifying opportunities to strengthen industrial growth, improve access to finance, and enhance support mechanisms for entrepreneurs across Sindh. Officials said both leaders emphasized the importance of coordinated policy measures to promote innovation, competitiveness, and employment within the SME sector, which remains a critical driver of the provincial and national economy. The discussions reportedly included initiatives…

By Sajjad Shah KARACHI: The Sindh cabinet approved a long-term partnership with The Citizens Foundation (TCF) to take over the management of selected municipal schools in Malir, Chanesar and Lyari, a move the government said was aimed at improving access to free, quality education in some of Karachi’s most underserved areas. Under the agreement, 21 municipal schools would be run by TCF, which would be responsible for construction, repairs, administration and day-to-day management. The cabinet said students enrolled at these schools would be provided free education, uniforms and learning materials. Municipal corporations would retain ownership of the land and buildings…

By Sajjad Shah KARACHI: Sindh’s Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah paid homage to the late Benazir Bhutto on her death anniversary in Sukkur, asserting that all those responsible for her assassination had been identified and neutralized. Speaking to a gathering of party workers and supporters, Shah reflected on Bhutto’s enduring legacy, emphasizing that the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) continued to uphold the values and principles she championed throughout her political career. In his address, Shah drew attention to pressing challenges in public healthcare, particularly highlighting the condition of the Civil Hospital in Larkana. Sindh CM described the facility as outdated…

By Sajjad Shah KARACHI: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari paid tribute to the late Benazir Bhutto on her 18th death anniversary, describing her life as a rare blend of courage and compassion. Bilawal Bhutto said her ultimate sacrifice stands as a blood-written pledge that democracy in Pakistan will never yield. He emphasized that Benazir Bhutto was not merely a political leader, but a fearless voice for democracy, a beacon of hope for the oppressed, and an indomitable symbol of resistance against dictatorship, extremism, and intolerance. Reflecting on her tenure as Prime Minister, he noted that despite immense…

By Sajjad Shah KARACHI: Pakistan People’s Party chair Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday inaugurated the Indus University Hospital in Karachi, describing the project as a historic step towards strengthening the country’s healthcare system and expanding access to free, quality treatment for those unable to afford it. Once fully completed over the next three years, the hospital is expected to become Pakistan’s largest provider of free medical care, with a total capacity of 1,350 beds. The project has been designed to meet Karachi’s growing healthcare needs and, upon completion, will offer comprehensive services across multiple medical specialties at no cost, benefiting…