Karachi, Pakistan – Web Desk: The Sindh Cabinet has approved PKR 7 billion compensation for victims of the Gul Plaza incident and sanctioned funds for key development projects across the province. The decision was announced following a high-level cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah.
The cabinet also authorized Deputy Commissioners and Assistant Commissioners with special magistrate powers under the Price Control Act, enabling them to impose immediate fines and take action against profiteering. The Chief Minister emphasized strict monitoring and immediate action against artificial price hikes to ensure citizens receive relief, particularly during Ramadan.
Additional approvals include:
- PKR 8.53 billion for urban road rehabilitation
- PKR 1.57 billion for preserving the historic II Chundrigar Road building
- PKR 5.2 billion grant for Hyderabad Municipal Corporation
- PKR 560 million to Sindh Police for operations in underdeveloped areas
- PKR 900 million for youth training under People’s IT Program Phase 2
CM Murad Ali Shah stressed that public welfare remains a top priority and assured strict oversight for effective implementation of these initiatives.
