As Robert Frost, a famous English literary figure, aptly puts, ‘the road not taken’ in our economic history, needs to be taken. The other part of this proactive policy would require fixing the markets, for which the government will need to reduce the number and extent of variables involved. Proactive policy will be needed to approach policy at the local councils level, which includes elected local councillors provided funds and authority to meet the local council needs, but what should also mean that a local council should be made to stand on its feet in meeting all the needs of that area. Development of economy, restoration of environment, and uplift of the level of democracy would all require that this type of proactive policy should cut-through the heart of issues. For change to be positive, and for it to be seen and felt, would require proactive policies; a pro-active collaborative approach by all tiers of government.

Source: Pakistan Today January 19, 2019 10:07 UTC