PM Shehbaz calls for fast-tracking of Islamabad Technology Park project

PM expressed displeasure over slow progress, directing authorities to ensure completion within the original timeframe

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday visited the under-construction Technology Park in Islamabad and expressed dissatisfaction over the slow pace of work, directing authorities to expedite the construction process and ensure its completion within the originally stipulated timeframe.

According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, the premier underscored the strategic importance of the project for Pakistan’s economic and technological development. He stressed that the facility must meet international standards, both in infrastructure and services, in order to fulfill its intended role in advancing the country’s digital economy.

“All stakeholders must accelerate their efforts to complete the Technology Park at the earliest,” PM Shehbaz said during the visit. “This project is critical to the growth of Pakistan’s IT sector, the creation of jobs for our youth, and the overall progress of the national economy.”

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Officials briefed the prime minister on the scope and features of the project. The facility comprises two basement levels, a ground floor, and nine upper floors. It is designed to house office spaces, an incubation center, a business support center, research and development laboratories, a Level III data center, and an auditorium. Provision has also been made for parking space accommodating up to 1,200 vehicles.

During the briefing, it was emphasized that the Technology Park is expected to play a key role in creating employment opportunities for the country’s youth, boosting Pakistan’s global competitiveness in the IT sector, and contributing to sustainable economic growth. The project also aims to bridge the digital divide and provide a platform for innovation, entrepreneurship, and research.

The premier reiterated his government’s commitment to supporting the tech industry and urged for strict adherence to timelines. He called for enhanced coordination among all concerned departments and directed that regular progress reports be submitted to the Prime Minister’s Office.

“There is no room for delays in such nationally significant projects,” he said. “We are investing in Pakistan’s future. A state-of-the-art Technology Park will not only attract foreign investment but also help harness the potential of our talented youth.”