'President reviews development projects'

Sharjeel says improving healthcare, education, infra remains top priority

KARACHI:

Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has said that President Asif Ali Zardari is reviewing ongoing development schemes and public welfare projects across the province and during road visits he is personally inspecting various projects.

Sharjeel added that road, irrigation, health and education are top priority projects and officials are briefing the president on progress. Sharjeel further mentioned, the president has directed authorities to accelerate development work and address public concerns promptly.

Development activities are continuing across all districts in line with the president's instructions, with special focus on providing basic services to the people in both urban and rural areas.

Meanwhile, in a statement, the senior minister said, improving healthcare, education and infrastructure remains a top priority for the provincial government, adding that there would be no compromise on providing people with essential services.

He said, the government is working to upgrade public hospitals by providing modern equipment, medicines and improved treatment facilities. Specialist medical institutions are also providing care for complex conditions, including heart and kidney diseases and cancer.

He said expanding access to modern healthcare in rural areas was a priority, so residents in both urban and rural communities could receive comparable services.