Govt approves construction of Khyber Pass Economic Corridor

The federal government has approved the establishment of Khyber Pass Economic Corridor from Peshawar to Torkham border.

As per details, the National Highway Authority (NHA) has completed the survey process for the establishment of Khyber Pass Economic Corridor from Peshawar to Torkham border, after which its construction has been estimated at Rs65 billion.

The project will feature a 48km long 4-lane expressway and an industrial zone. It was learnt that the project will be completed in 2024 in collaboration with the World Bank and Pakistan government, the will generate employment opportunities for thousands of citizens.

The government of Afghanistan was responsible for building the highway from Torkham to Kabul, the project would connect South Asia to Central Asia via Afghanistan.