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QUETTA, Jul 15 (APP):Chief Secretary Balochistan, Shakeel Qadir Khan, on Tuesday, presided over a high-level meeting to review the annual performance, allocated budget, expenditures, and effective utilization of funds by the Communication and Works (C&W) and Public Health Engineering (PHE) departments for the fiscal year 2024–25.
During the meeting, the Secretary C&W briefed that a total of 927 development projects were completed across the province in the past year. These included 539 roads spanning 1,328 kilometers. In a major administrative step, 261 sub-engineer posts have been referred to the Balochistan Public Service Commission (BPSC) to ensure merit-based recruitment. Additionally, the department has abolished unnecessary positions, resulting in an annual saving of
Rs. 1.638 billion.
The Public Health Engineering Department also reported significant progress, having successfully completed 843 water supply schemes, comprising 431 new schemes and 412 ongoing projects. Under Phase-I, several existing water supply schemes have been converted to solar energy, ensuring sustainability and reduced operational costs.
Further, four Reverse Osmosis (RO) water filtration plants have been installed in Balochistan’s coastal regions, and 100 non-functional water filtration plants across the province have been restored to working condition.
Chief Secretary emphasized that development projects must align with modern standards and the needs of the people. He noted that the successful implementation of such projects directly contributes to economic growth, poverty alleviation, and job creation, thereby improving the overall quality of life.
“These initiatives offer the public better access to basic services, boost socio-economic development, and pave the way for a prosperous future,” he stated.
Shakeel Qadir also stressed the importance of timely completion and adherence to high-quality standards in all development works, directing officials to ensure that the benefits of these projects reach the public without delay.
The meeting reflected the provincial government’s commitment to infrastructure development, improved service delivery, and transparent governance through responsible and strategic use of public funds.