GILGIT: During a visit to Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced an immediate power supply of 100 megawatts for the region and the establishment of a Rs1 billion merit-based endowment fund for students at Baltistan University and Karakoram University.
In a special meeting with the GB cabinet, the Prime Minister also expressed satisfaction over the timely completion of the Bubar Model Village, developed to house those affected by the 2022 floods. He instructed the GB administration to prioritize educational institutions, playgrounds, and essential infrastructure in Ghizer district.
Shehbaz Sharif also committed to opening Daanish Schools in GB, similar to those in Punjab, as part of a federal initiative to enhance educational opportunities. He praised recent economic indicators such as the stock exchange reaching 92,000 points, a rise in remittances, and tax return filings, as well as lower inflation. The Prime Minister highlighted ongoing federal efforts to support GB’s development, including initiatives to boost tourism, with potential investments from Qatar.
