QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has directed authorities to accelerate work on development projects in Quetta under the Quetta Development Package, with the aim of restoring the provincial capital’s former image as “Little Paris.”
Bugti chaired a meeting at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat to review progress on ongoing development projects across Quetta.
Development projects in Quetta
Officials briefed the meeting on development projects in Quetta, stating that 12 projects under the Quetta Development Package have been completed, while work on seven projects is currently underway. They also presented five new projects for consideration.
The chief minister directed the relevant authorities to speed up work on ongoing projects. He said the government would not tolerate unnecessary delays in completing development schemes.
He also ordered authorities to begin work on the newly proposed projects without delay.
“Quetta is the face of Balochistan, and the development and beautification of the provincial capital are closely linked to the identity of the entire province,” Bugti said.
He added that the government would use all available resources to transform Quetta into a modern, well-planned and attractive provincial capital.
Furthermore, Bugti called for a comprehensive strategy to restore Quetta’s former beauty and preserve its historical identity. He said the government would give priority to improving basic civic services, infrastructure and urban beautification.
The chief minister also instructed officials to ensure quality, speed and transparency in all projects under the Quetta Development Package. He stressed that unnecessary delays in development work must be avoided.
Bugti reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transforming Quetta into a cleaner, better-organised and modern city where residents can access improved basic services while the provincial capital preserves its historical and cultural character.
