Federal Government Allocates Over PKR 13.63 Billion for Gwadar’s Development in PSDP 2025-26

ISLAMABAD:The federal government has allocated a significant sum of **PKR 13.63 billion** for various infrastructure, education, energy, and social development projects in **Gwadar** for the fiscal year 2025-26 under the **Public Sector Development Program (PSDP)**. This funding aims to accelerate the development of the city and contribute to broader national development goals.

**Key Projects and Allocations:**

1. **Gwadar-Rato Dero Road (M-8)** – This project has received the largest financial allocation, with **PKR 3 billion** provided to complete the road construction, which began in **January 2021**. The total cost of the road project is **PKR 38.02 billion**, with **PKR 32.89 billion** already spent.

2. **New Gwadar International Airport** – An important project for enhancing regional and international air connectivity, this project will receive **PKR 4 billion** this year, contributing to the total cost of **PKR 54.98 billion**, of which **PKR 42.71 billion** has already been spent.

3. **Gwadar Safe City Project** – Aimed at enhancing urban security through a modern surveillance system, this project has been allocated **PKR 1.5 billion** out of its total cost of **PKR 2.48 billion**.

4. **University of Gwadar (Phase 1)** – With an initial cost of **PKR 2.49 billion**, **PKR 500 million** has been allocated for the university’s establishment, which is set to begin operations in the near future.

5. **Clean Water and Sanitation Projects** – Long-term projects focusing on clean water supply, sanitation, and distribution have been allocated **PKR 470.6 million** for this fiscal year. These projects have already incurred **PKR 23 billion** in costs since their inception in **2010**.

6. **Old Town Gwadar Restoration Project** – Allocated **PKR 400 million**, this ongoing project aims to provide essential infrastructure to restore the historical town of Gwadar.

7. **Shehzink Dam Construction** – A critical water storage project for Gwadar, the **PKR 220 million** allocation is part of its total cost of **PKR 1.75 billion**, with work continuing since its approval in **2021**.

8. **Go to Projects for Education and Infrastructure**:

* **FG Junior Public School Gwadar** – Allocated **PKR 100 million** for the establishment of this school, with a total cost of **PKR 384.7 million**.
* **Higher Education Commission (HEC) Scholarship Scheme** – **PKR 18.3 million** has been allocated to continue providing scholarships to Gwadar students under this initiative, amounting to a total of **PKR 146.8 million** since 2017.

9. **Blue Economy Initiatives** – The **Gwadar Blue Economy Center (Phase-I)**, approved in **June 2024** at a cost of **PKR 3.92 billion**, will receive **PKR 15 million** this year to promote the emerging sector.

10. **Gwadar Master Plan** – For acquiring **750 acres** of land in the **Grandani South** area, **PKR 11.1 billion** has been allocated as part of the **PKR 39.2 billion** total cost.

11. **Power and Infrastructure Projects**:

* **Free Zone North and South Feeder Projects** – These will receive **PKR 384 million** to strengthen the electricity infrastructure in the region.
* **Off-Dock Terminal Infrastructure** – Allocated **PKR 100 million** to improve the off-dock terminal in **May 2025**.

12. **Railway Link from Gwadar to Jacobabad** – For land acquisition for the **Gwadar-Jacobabad Railway Link**, **PKR 10 million** has been allocated, with a total cost of **PKR 15.59 billion**.

13. **Model Customs Collectorate Gwadar** – Allocated **PKR 680 million**, this project is part of the infrastructure improvement in the region.

The government has also allocated substantial funds for **logistics and warehousing projects**, **tourism-related activities**, and the development of **amusement parks** and **resorts** to promote economic growth and improve quality of life in Gwadar.

**Significance of the Investments:**

These allocations underscore the government’s commitment to fostering **Gwadar’s economic growth**, boosting infrastructure development, improving security, and promoting education. By improving regional connectivity, expanding energy access, and investing in sustainable water and sanitation systems, the federal government aims to ensure the long-term prosperity of the region and position Gwadar as a central economic hub in Pakistan.

Through these efforts, the federal government is also focusing on creating a **self-sustaining** city that is aligned with **national development objectives** while ensuring social and economic benefits for local communities.