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KP Says Federal Funds Stalled for Merged Districts as Province Advances Rs12 Billion Bridge Financing

The chief minister ordered faster execution, digitized oversight and consultations with merged-district representatives.

Overview

  • Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur said the federation has not fulfilled its obligation to finance development in the merged districts under the AIP.
  • The province decided in principle to deploy Rs12 billion as bridge financing for ongoing schemes, with the proposal to go before the provincial cabinet for approval.
  • Officials reported both financial and physical progress on projects under the District Development Plans and the District Development Initiative during a video-link review.
  • Departments were directed to release required funds promptly, digitize the entire project cycle and strengthen monitoring to protect transparency, merit and quality.
  • KP is using its own resources to keep projects moving due to delays, and it will shape next steps in consultation with elected representatives from the merged districts.