Key Takeaways
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government approves Rs. 3.23 billion for Jamrud tehsil.
- Infrastructure works receive the largest allocation of Rs. 1.494 billion.
- Projects include road restoration, healthcare upgrades, and agriculture support.
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved a development package worth Rs. 3.23 billion for Jamrud tehsil in Khyber district, focusing on various sectors including infrastructure, healthcare, and agriculture.
Of the total allocation, the largest share, Rs. 1.494 billion, has been designated for infrastructure works, which include pipe culverts, footpaths, drains, and model streets.
Another significant portion, Rs. 1.43 billion, is earmarked for road restoration and construction projects across Jamrud, aiming to improve connectivity and public transport infrastructure.
Local government projects have been allocated Rs. 200 million, while Rs. 100 million will be used to upgrade 11 health centers in the tehsil, enhancing healthcare services for the local population.
The agriculture sector will benefit from Rs. 100 million, with a specific focus on an olive oil extraction unit, alongside Rs. 1.5 million allocated for the solarization of mosques and seminaries.
This development package is part of the KP government's ongoing efforts to expand development spending across the merged districts, following the approval of 26 projects worth more than Rs. 130 billion in August.
The approval is expected to significantly improve basic infrastructure and public services in Jamrud, supporting local development and agriculture.
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government continues to prioritize development initiatives in the region, aiming to address the needs of the local population and foster economic growth.
