Peshawar: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Mohammad Sohail Afridi on Tuesday announced a PKR 200 billion special development package for Hazara Division, with PKR 50 billion earmarked for tourism-related projects to tap the region’s natural and recreational potential.
The announcement was made during a meeting with lawmakers from Hazara Division, where the chief minister said targeted investment in tourism would help unlock economic opportunities linked to the area’s scenic landscapes and tourist destinations.
According to an official statement, the chief minister directed authorities to hold a separate consultative session with Hazara lawmakers to finalise development schemes under the special package. He said the consultative process would help design practical and sustainable projects aligned with local needs and priorities.
During the meeting, lawmakers raised the demand for the dualisation of the Haripur–Mansehra section of the GT Road, which falls under the jurisdiction of the federal government and the National Highway Authority. The chief minister assured participants that the provincial government would extend full cooperation and provide financial support for the project.
Discussions were also held on the preparation of the upcoming Annual Development Programme (ADP) and the broader development requirements of Hazara Division. The chief minister said development planning for the next fiscal year would be more impactful than in the past, with a focus on large-scale projects of public importance.
He added that priority would be given to completing ongoing schemes to ensure development initiatives translate into tangible public relief.
The chief minister also announced that Allai would be notified as a district, a move aimed at bringing administrative services closer to residents and improving service delivery at the local level.
He further directed that all PC-I documents for development projects be completed before the finalisation of the ADP to ensure transparent and efficient utilisation of resources.
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