Current Government Focused on Public Service and Development Projects,Sialkot to Get a Large Park on 54 Acres. Speech at the Sialkot Ceremony.
SIALKOT: Federal Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has criticized previous administrations for relying on “propaganda” rather than tangible progress, asserting that the current government is laser-focused on public service and infrastructure development.
Addressing a ceremony in Sialkot, the Minister highlighted several high-stakes projects aimed at transforming the city’s landscape and improving the quality of life for its residents.
Major Development Works Underway in Sialkot, Says Khawaja Asif
Khawaja Asif shared updates on the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital, a project originally approved by Shehbaz Sharif in 2017.
- Increased Budget: Initially estimated at 4 to 5 billion PKR, the project’s cost has now escalated to 9 billion PKR due to delays and inflation.
- Green Spaces: A massive public park is currently under construction, spanning 54 acres of land.
- Connectivity: The Minister reaffirmed that the 18-billion PKR Ring Road project will be completed to streamline traffic and boost local trade.
“The pace of development in Punjab is significantly higher compared to other provinces,” the Minister noted, adding that the journey of service would continue uninterrupted.
Flood Damage in Sialkot Last Year Largely Due to Illegal Constructions on Nullahs: Kh. Asif
Reflecting on the heavy losses caused by urban flooding last year, the Federal Minister pointed toward illegal constructions and waste as the primary culprits.
- Waste Management: Authorities have successfully removed 7,000 tons of trash from the city’s three main storm-water drains (nullahs).
- Final Warning: Khawaja Asif issued a stern warning to those responsible for illegal encroachments on these drains. “Remove the encroachments yourselves, or the government will take decisive action,” he cautioned.
Looking ahead, the Minister promised that the upcoming budget would include fresh welfare and development schemes specifically tailored for Sialkot.
Khawaja Asif Accuses Past Governments of Only Propaganda, No Development
He urged citizens to play their part in keeping the city clean, noting that despite massive cleanup efforts, certain elements continue to dump waste into the drainage systems, risking future flooding.
By News Desk I May 9, 2026
