Announcement M10 budged 100 billion

The federal government has earmarked Rs. 100 billion in the PSDP 2025–26 for the Karachi–Quetta–Chaman road project, reaffirming its pledge to complete 72 priority NHA schemes nationwide, with a strong focus on boosting connectivity and accelerating development in Balochistan.

Rs. 100 Billion Allocated for Karachi–Quetta–Chaman Road Under PSDP 2025–26

Strategic Investment in National Connectivity
The Karachi–Quetta–Chaman road is a vital trade and transit corridor linking Sindh and Balochistan.
Benefits:

• Enhances regional trade and logistics efficiency

• Reduces travel time and transportation costs

• Boosts economic activity along the route

• Improves access to remote areas and border regions

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Completing 72 NHA Priority Projects

Nationwide Infrastructure Push
The completion of all 72 NHA projects reflects a comprehensive approach to national development.
Benefits:

• Strengthens inter-provincial connectivity

• Promotes balanced infrastructure growth

• Supports tourism and local economies

• Creates employment opportunities in construction and related sectors

Strategy Targets Procedural, Funding, Land, and Technical Challenges

Streamlined Execution Framework
By addressing systemic hurdles, the government aims to ensure smoother and faster project execution.
Benefits:

• Minimizes delays and cost overruns

• Improves transparency and accountability

• Encourages private sector participation

• Enhances public confidence in infrastructure governance

Feasibility and Realignment Work Underway on M-9 and M-10 Motorways

Modernizing Key Transport Corridors
Upgrades to the M-9 and M-10 motorways will improve safety and traffic flow.
Benefits:

• Reduces accident rates and congestion

• Supports urban expansion and planning

• Facilitates smoother freight movement

• Enhances long-term durability of road infrastructure

Infrastructure Development in Balochistan to Be Accelerated

Regional Uplift Through Strategic Projects
Focused development in Balochistan aims to bridge regional disparities and foster inclusion.
Benefits:

• Improves access to education, healthcare, and markets

• Stimulates local industries and agriculture

• Strengthens national unity through equitable development

• Empowers marginalized communities with better mobility

CONCLUSION

The PSDP 2025–26 infrastructure agenda reflects the government’s resolve to strengthen Pakistan’s transport network, drive regional economic growth, and ensure equitable development across all provinces. By prioritizing key road and motorway projects, addressing systemic hurdles, and focusing on underdeveloped regions like Balochistan, these initiatives aim to deliver long-term benefits in trade, mobility, and social uplift, laying the groundwork for a more connected and prosperous nation.