Industrialization, local manufacturing vital for economic growth,reduced import; says Azam Nazeer Tarar

RAWALPINDI, Jul 23 (APP):Federal Minister for Law and Justice, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar emphasized that Pakistan’s economic stability relies on expanding industrial capacity, bolstering local manufacturing, and reducing dependence on imported commodities.

Addressing the inauguration ceremony of a new beverage facility at Murree Brewery, the minister highlighted that increasing domestic production is essential to curtailing the national import bill and fulfilling the market demand of a growing population.

“We will see improvement in our economy as our industrial output increases. With such a large market, how can we cater to our public without industrialization,” the minister said.

Commending Isphanyar M. Bhandara, MNA for investing in modern, automated production lines for soft drinks, juices, and bottled water, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar noted that the facility successfully maintained workforce levels despite introducing advanced machinery.

“I saw how, in a small space, mechanical processes enable high-volume production. What is also very positive is that even with the installation of such modern machinery, employment has not been eliminated. This, I believe, is the balance we need to maintain,” he said.

He added that industrial growth generates an extensive trickle-down economic chain, spanning transportation, logistics, retail, and supply networks that strengthen the broader economy.

“Look at the market here. They are producing juices and cold drinks, and then you have the people who take it to market, the carriage, the retailer and those who supply it further, is a whole chain of activity that increases employment and strengthens the economy,” he said.

He congratulated Bhandara on the new facility and expressed hope that hundreds of similar units would be established across the country to generate employment and contribute to national development.

Speaking at the event, Isphanyar M. Bhandara said the installation of the new beverage plant would boost local production and create new jobs.

“With the installation of this new plant, around 100 jobs have been added to our company. It is very encouraging to see new machinery being installed and production taking place locally,” Bhandara said.

He further said that there is no need to look outside the country.

“We have a beautiful country with a huge market, and Pakistan has excellent potential in food and beverages,” he added.

He expressed confidence that the plant would scale up production capacity and support ongoing efforts to strengthen domestic manufacturing.