The railway sector review, especially the planned commencement of groundwork on the Karachi–Rohri section of ML-1, signals forward momentum on a project that is central to modernizing Pakistan Railways. Similarly, the Thar Coal Railway Connectivity Project reflects integrated planning linking energy resources with ports and power plants to support industrial development. Completing such projects on schedule, as envisioned by June 2026, would mark a major step toward energy security and economic self-reliance. The water sector review highlights perhaps the most critical long-term challenge facing Pakistan: water security. Professor Ahsan Iqbal’s emphasis on realistic resource planning aligned with execution capacity is especially important to avoid the delays that have historically plagued mega water projects.

Source: The Patriot December 28, 2025 20:28 UTC