- Emphasizes need for unity among nation, state institutions to drive progress of country
- Lays foundation stone of development projects worth Rs18b in KP’s Torghar district
TORGHAR: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said some rivals were praying to see Pakistan default, reiterating his hope that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board would formally approve $3 billion stand-by arrangement.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also emphasized the need for unity among the nation and state institutions to drive the progress of the country.
Addressing local elders in Torghar district in Hazara Division of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, teh premier highlighted that it is the collective responsibility of the government, judiciary, army, and the people to work together towards the development of Pakistan.
وزیراعظم نے ضلع تورغر میں 2 کالجز کے قیام اور کالا ڈھاکہ میں بجلی کی فراہمی کے منصوبے کی منظوری کا بھی اعلان کردیا۔
وزیراعظم شہباز شریف کا خیبر پختونخوا کے ضلع تورغر کے دورہ پر قبائلی عمائدین اور مشران سے خطاب pic.twitter.com/iOGDms0VzV
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) July 6, 2023
During the event, the prime minister laid the foundation stone for the Torghar Bunir Highway, the Bunir-Karakar Link Tunnel, and the Torghar-Bunir RCC (Reinforced Cement Concrete) bridge.
He stressed the importance of unity, hard work, and dedication to create a brighter future for Pakistan.
Shehbaz Sharif acknowledged the recent financial challenges faced by the country and expressed gratitude for the support of army chief Gen. Asim Munir in securing a $3 billion deal with the International Monetary Fund.
He expressed confidence that Pakistan would soon gain a significant position in the international community.
ضلع اور قصبہ میں عوام کے مسائل اور ضروریات پر توجہ دی جائے گی۔ تورغر ۔ بونیر شاہراہ، بونیر۔ کڑاکڑ رابطہ سرنگ اور تورغر بونیر آر۔سی۔سی پُل، یہ تینوں منصوبوں کی لاگت تقریباً 18 ارب روپے ہے۔
وزیراعظم شہباز شریف کا خیبر پختونخوا کے ضلع تورغر کے دورہ پر قبائلی عمائدین اور مشران سے… pic.twitter.com/ZqmU1ePOgu
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) July 6, 2023
The prime minister highlighted the natural resources in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and emphasized the need to explore avenues of development for the benefit of the people. He acknowledged the sacrifices of the forefathers of the locals who donated their lands during the formation of Pakistan 70 years ago.
PM Shehbaz expressed regret over the neglect of the area by past political leaders and emphasized the importance of providing opportunities to the locals for educational and professional growth. He announced the establishment of a government school and two colleges in the area, as well as the initiation of electricity supply projects.
The prime minister directed the completion of the bridge within one year, instead of the originally stipulated three years, to greatly facilitate the locals. The infrastructure projects, worth Rs18 billion, were expected to bring significant benefits to the area.
جنہوں نے ملک کی آبیاری کے لیے اپنا خون دیا انکی روحین تڑپ رہی ہوں گی کہ ہم نے ایسے پاکستان کا خواب نہیں سوچا تھا، اگر 75 سال میں بھرپور دل جمی کے ساتھ کاوش اور کوشش کی جاتی تو کے پی سمیت پورا پاکستان اقوام عالم کا ترقی یافتہ ملک ہوتا۔
وزیراعظم شہباز شریف کا خیبر پختونخوا کے ضلع… pic.twitter.com/om4ePXqYvO
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) July 6, 2023
SAPM Ahad Cheema, Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, and local government officials were present during the event.
The prime minister said he had been working under the leadership of PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif for the last 35 years and promised that the journey towards development would again start while the former premier leading the nation.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif laying the foundation stone of the RCC Bridge on the River Indus that will connect Torghar with Buner district. pic.twitter.com/A7GDOVlQW6
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) July 6, 2023
On the occasion, Shehbaz announced also establishment of a Daanish School as well as two colleges in the remote district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Speaking on the occasion, PML-N leader Capt (r) Muhammad Safdar said the underdeveloped area of Torghar, formerly known as Kala Dhaka, was in dire need of development and infrastructure.
Adviser to the Prime Minister Adviser Amir Muqam said the bridge would connect the Hazara and Malakand divisions, thus facilitating the locals.
