KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Monday said that the development and prosperity of Karachi, along with the provision of essential civic amenities, remained the foremost priority of Sindh government, and more than Rs100 billion had been allocated for the metropolis in the provincial budget for the fiscal year 2026-27.
In a statement, the senior minister said the allocated funds would be utilized for improving water supply and drainage systems, constructing and rehabilitating roads, and upgrading public infrastructure and other civic facilities across Karachi.
He said instead of making false promises, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) believed in delivering public service, and resolving the issues faced by Karachiites was both the government’s responsibility and commitment.
Sharjeel Memon said modern, safe and reliable public transport remained one of the city’s most pressing needs.
The Sindh government was taking historic measures to transform Karachi’s transport network.
He said that 500 modern electric buses, along with double-decker buses, would soon begin operating on the city’s roads, significantly improving public transportation.
Highlighting employment generation as a key component of the government’s economic agenda, the minister said the 2026-27 budget placed special emphasis on creating opportunities for young people.
He said thousands of jobs would be generated through industrial zones, development projects, transport initiatives and major infrastructure schemes.
He further said the PPP had consistently focused its politics on the welfare of the common man, including workers, farmers, youth and the middle class.
The Sindh government, he continued, was utilizing all available resources to improve people’s quality of life by expanding employment opportunities and strengthening education, healthcare and modern civic infrastructure.
He said certain elements were attempting to portray Karachi and other areas of Sindh negatively for political purposes.
However, he maintained that the people themselves were witnessing ongoing development projects, improvements in public transport, infrastructure expansion and various public welfare initiatives.
Sharjeel Memon said the people were fully aware that despite financial and other challenges, the Sindh government continued giving priority to public welfare and sustainable development.
He described the 2026-27 provincial budget as more than a financial document, flagging it as a comprehensive roadmap for practical progress, enhanced employment opportunities and a more prosperous future for Sindh, including Karachi.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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