Comparison of PTI and PMLN’s

Governments
Members:
Sania Aimen(f21bscs051)
Sahab Noor (f21bscs038)
Kashaf Afzal(f21bscs049)
Laiba Noor (f21bscs018)
Zainab Amna Raza (f21bscs015)
PML-N Government's \(2013-2018)
Introduction:

• During the PML-N government's tenure from 2013 to 2018, Pakistan prioritized
economic development, energy generation, infrastructure, and foreign relations.
• The completion of major projects such as the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and
the Lahore Orange Line Metro Train were key achievements.
• However, the government also faced challenges including political opposition,
corruption allegations, and safety concerns from extremist groups.
• Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif was banned from holding power in 2017 due to corruption
allegations, and subsequently removed from his position.
PML-N Government's Economic
Development (2013-2018)
The PML-N government of 2013-2018 in Pakistan focused heavily on economic
development and introduced several policies and initiatives to improve the country's
economy:
1. Increased GDP growth:
PML-N government's economic policies resulted in a six-year high GDP growth rate of
5.8% in 2018.

2. Reduced inflation:
The government successfully controlled inflation and brought it down to a single-digit rate.

3. Improved fiscal discipline:

Measures such as increasing tax revenues and reducing government spending were
implemented to improve fiscal discipline.

4. Increased foreign investment:

The PML-N government's policies helped to attract foreign investment, with FDI increasing
from $1.2 billion in 2012-13 to $2.4 billion in 2016-17.
5. Completion of large-scale infrastructure projects:
The government initiated and completed several large-scale infrastructure projects, such as
the CPEC and Lahore Orange Line Metro Train, to boost economic activity and create
employment opportunities.

6. Public-Private Partnership Act of 2014

The PPP Act of 2014 established a legal framework for the private sector to participate in
infrastructure development in the country.

7. National Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS)

The government implemented the NFIS to enhance access to financial services, including
the opening of new bank offices in outlying locations and the promotion of digital payments.

8. Social welfare programs

Various social welfare programs, such as the BISP, were implemented to provide financial
support to low-income households.
9. Gas Infrastructure Development Cess (GIDC)
The GIDC was launched by the government in 2014 to raise cash for gas infrastructure
development, with proceeds used to fund new gas pipeline projects and infrastructure
repairs.

10. National Electric electricity Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) Act 2018

The NEPRA Act 2018 aimed to increase transparency and accountability while giving the
regulatory agency more autonomy to strengthen the regulatory framework of
Pakistan's electricity sector.

11. Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

The government signed PPAs with many IPPs to enhance electricity producing capacity in
the country.

12. Power generation

The government initiated projects to improve the country's power generation capacity,
including the construction of new power plants and the restoration of existing plants.
Analysis:

Overall, these measures attempted to boost Pakistan's economic

development through upgrading infrastructure, attracting foreign
investment, addressing the energy issue, streamlining the tax
system, and providing small business access to credit. While some
of these programs had a good impact, there were significant
obstacles, such as high consumer electricity costs and sluggish
infrastructure development in some places.
PML-N Government's Foreign
Policy (2013-2018)
The PML-N government in Pakistan from 2013 to 2018 established the following important
laws and initiatives in the area of international relations:

1. Foreign Policy Statement:

• The PML-N government issued a comprehensive foreign policy statement in 2016,

outlining its priorities and goals for international relations.
• Strengthening regional peace and stability, promoting economic collaboration, and
increasing Pakistan's influence in global affairs were emphasized in the statement
• National security interests, particularly in relation to the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan
and the threat of terrorism, were highlighted.

2. China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC):

• The PML-N government initiated the CPEC project to promote economic cooperation
and links with China, aiming to improve infrastructure and boost Pakistan's economy.
• Special protection measures, such as the establishment of the Special Security Division
(SSD) and a separate ministry, were implemented to ensure the security of Chinese
personnel and projects.
• Industrial zones were constructed along the CPEC route to attract Chinese investment
and support local manufacturing.
3. Bilateral Agreements:

• The PML-N government negotiated several bilateral agreements to enhance diplomatic

ties and advance trade, investment, and cooperation in various fields.

• Key agreements include the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Agreement,

Pakistan-Russia Joint Statement on Defense Cooperation, China-Pakistan Economic
Corridor Long-Term Plan, Pakistan-Tajikistan Joint Declaration on Friendship and
Cooperation, Pakistan-Turkey Free Trade Agreement, Pakistan-Sri Lanka Free Trade
Agreement, Pakistan-Iran Gas Pipeline Project Agreement, Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) between Pakistan and Belarus on Cooperation in Agriculture,
MoU between Pakistan and Azerbaijan on Cooperation in the Field of Energy,
Memorandum of Understanding on the Establishment of a Joint Business Council
between Pakistan and Belarus, MoU between Pakistan and Qatar on Investment
Cooperation, and Agreement on Cooperation in the Field of Tourism between Pakistan
and Turkey.

These agreements covered areas such as trade, investment, energy, defense, agriculture,
and tourism, strengthening Pakistan's relations with neighboring countries and other
nations.
4. Participation in International Forums:

Pakistan actively participated in numerous international forums from 2013 to 2018,

demonstrating its commitment to interacting with the international community and
advancing its interests on a global scale.

United Nations General Assembly (UNGA):

• Prime Minister's participation in annual UNGA sessions.

• Emphasizing Pakistan's foreign policy aims and positions on major international issues.

Economic collaboration Organization (ECO):

• Active participation in the ECO, a regional intergovernmental organization.

• Highlighting the need for more regional connectivity and collaboration during the 2017
ECO conference hosted by Pakistan.
Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC):

• Founding member of the OIC, a global alliance of 57 Muslim-majority nations.

• Active participation in the OIC during the PML-N administration.
• Hosting the OIC summit in 2016 to address difficulties faced by the Muslim world and
promote cohesion among member states.

Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO):

• Full membership in the SCO since 2017.

• Developing ties with Russia and Central Asia through participation in the SCO.
• Cooperation in fields such as security, economics, and culture.

South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC):

• Membership in SAARC, an association fostering regional cooperation and integration.

• Hosting the 19th SAARC summit in 2016, emphasizing the importance of increased
regional cooperation in trade, energy, and connectivity.
5. Counter-Terrorism Cooperation:

Counter-terrorism cooperation was a major priority of Pakistan's foreign policy throughout

the PML-N government's tenure from 2013 to 2018. To combat terrorism and extremism,
the administration attempted to develop ties with other countries in the area and beyond.

The National Action Plan (NAP):

• Established after the Peshawar school attack in 2014.

• Focus on combating terrorism and extremism.
• Initiatives included the creation of military courts, development of a counter-terrorism
force, and control of madrassas.

Military Operations:

• Authorization of operations against militant groups, such as Operation Zarb-e-Azb and

Operation Radd-ul-Fasaad.
• Targeting militant hideouts and networks, leading to a significant decrease in terrorist
strikes.
Intelligence collaboration:

• Increased intelligence sharing and collaboration with regional and international

countries.
• Close cooperation with Afghanistan, China, and the United States, among others, to
track and prevent terrorist activities.

Regional and International Conferences:

• Participation in counter-terrorism conferences like the Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process

and the SCO Summit.
• Engaging with other countries to address terrorism and extremism-related concerns.

These details highlight Pakistan's active engagement in international forums and its efforts
in countering terrorism during the PML-N government's tenure.
Analysis:

Overall, the PML-N government's foreign policies aimed to foster

economic cooperation, enhance regional stability, increase
Pakistan's global influence, and establish closer ties with
neighboring nations. The CPEC project played a significant role in
strengthening economic collaboration with China, while bilateral
agreements covered various aspects of international relations,
promoting trade, investment, and cooperation in multiple sectors.
PML-N Government's
Educational Sector Reforms
(2013-2018)
During the PML-N government's tenure from 2013 to 2018, several measures were taken
to improve Pakistan's educational sector:

18th Constitutional Amendment: Transferred educational responsibilities to provinces,

increasing their control over education policy and finance.

Key Bills Passed:

• National Curriculum Council Bill (2016): Established a unified curriculum across the
country.
• National Skills University Islamabad Bill (2017): Addressed skills gap through technical
and vocational education and training.
• National University of Medical Sciences Act (2015): Governed medical education.
• National Testing Service (Reorganization) Act (2017): Improved testing quality and
transparency.
• Various other bills focused on reforming educational institutions and regulations.
Initiatives and Programs
• Prime Minister's Laptop Scheme: Provided laptops to students for improved access to
information.
• Youth Skill Development Programme: Offered vocational training to enhance job
prospects.
• National Endowment Scholarship for Talent (NEST) Programme: Provided financial aid to
talented students from low-income families pursuing higher education.

Higher Education Focus

• Enhanced funding and autonomy for the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
• Introduction of programs like the Prime Minister's Fee Reimbursement Program.
• Establishment and refurbishment of universities to expand higher education opportunities.

Challenges and Criticisms

• Inequities in access to education, particularly in rural areas and among disadvantaged
groups.
• Overemphasis on infrastructure development over educational quality.
• Reports of corruption and mismanagement in some initiatives like laptop and scholarship
distribution.
Healthcare Sector Reforms during PML-N
Government (2013-2018)
The PML-N government implemented several measures to strengthen Pakistan's healthcare
sector from 2013 to 2018. Key highlights are mentioned as follows:

Access and Affordability

• Prime Minister's National Health Program: Provided free healthcare services to the
poorest segments of the population, including health insurance, medical treatment, and
cashless services.
• Sehat Sahulat Program: Offered free healthcare services to around 3.8 million low-income
families, covering hospitalization, operations, diagnostic testing, and medications.

Healthcare Infrastructure Development

• Construction and Modernization of Hospitals: Built new hospitals and upgraded existing
ones to improve healthcare infrastructure across the country. Notable projects include
hospitals in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Muzaffargarh, Sialkot, Narowal, and Khuzdar.
• Specialized Medical Institutions: Established the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and
Research Centre (PKLI) in Lahore, the National Institute of Cardiovascular Disorders
(NICVD) in Karachi, and expanded the National Institute of Health (NIH) in Islamabad.
Disease Eradication and Prevention:
• Polio Eradication Effort: Continued the campaign to eradicate polio in Pakistan,
making significant progress during the PML-N government's tenure.
• National Program for Hepatitis Prevention and Control: Launched initiatives to
reduce the prevalence of hepatitis B and C, providing free screening, treatment,
awareness campaigns, and preventive measures.

Regulatory Reforms:
• Drug Regulatory Changes: Implemented reforms to improve the quality and safety of
medications, enhance access, and reduce prices through the Drugs Pricing Policy
2018.
• Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) Reforms: Undertook measures to
improve the functioning of the PMDC, the regulatory body for medical and dental
education, and introduced the Pakistan Medical Commission Bill to replace it.

Mental Health Initiatives:

• Development of Mental Health Services: Established mental health clinics and
provided training to healthcare workers, focusing on improving mental health services
across the country.
Challenges and Criticisms:
• Anomalies: Anomalies in the acquisition of medical equipment
and supplies.
• Prioritization and Service Quality: Criticisms of prioritizing
infrastructure expansion over human resource investment,
potentially impacting the quality of hospital services.
 PTI Govt
(2018-2022)
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf

● PTI is a political party in Pakistan. PTI was founded by former Pakistani cricket
captain and philanthropist Imran Khan. The party's slogan is "Justice, Humanity and
Self Esteem“

● The goal of its founder Imran Khan is to ensure Justice for all as he believes that a just
society has the best chance to succeed.

● At the core, PTI just wants to make sure that we as a nation are the best version of
ourselves and make a name for us in this world.
Economic Development
1. Naya Pakistan Housing Program
● Launched in October 2018- Aims to build 5 million low-cost housing units
● -Benefits low-income households

2. Digital Pakistan Policy

● Introduced in December 2018
● Promotes digital technology in various sectors
● Focus on e-commerce, education, and healthcare

3. Ehsaas Program
● Launched in March 2019
● Provides financial assistance, health services, and education
● Targets low-income households

4. Austerity Measures
● Imposed in June 2019
● Aimed at reducing government spending
● Addressed economic challenges
Contd..
5. Agreement with IMF
● Reached in July 2019-
● $6 billion loan to address balance of payments crisis
● Assisted in stabilizing the economy

6. Funding for DAM Projects-

● Focus on infrastructure development
● Long-term economic benefits
● Prime Minister's vision for future generations

7. Approval of CPEC Phase II-

● Approved in November 2019-
● Development of Special Economic Zones (SEZs)-
● Infrastructure projects across Pakistan
Contd..
8. COVID-19 Pandemic Response
● Implemented since March 2020
● Financial assistance to households and businesses

9. Government Paying Utility Bills-

● Initiative to provide relief to small businesses-
● Financial support during challenging times

10. Kamyab Jawan Program-

● Launched in December 2020-
● Provides loans and skill training to young entrepreneurs
● Promotes youth employment

11. Road Construction and Revamping-

● 1824 km of roads constructed and revamped-
● Significantly higher than previous government's performance
Foreign Relations
1. R Second phase of CPEC signed in 2019
● Special Economic Zones and infrastructure projects

2. Relations with the United States

● Efforts to strengthen bilateral ties
● PM Imran Khan's visit to the US in 2019

3. Relations with Saudi Arabia and the UAE-

● Seeking investment and financial support
● Important sources of assistance for Pakistan

4. Relations with India

● Desire to improve relations
● Opening of the Kartarpur Corridor in 2019
Contd..
5. Relations with Afghanistan
● Facilitating peace talks between Taliban and Afghan government
● Hosting talks in 2019

6. Relations with Iran

● Focus on increasing trade and economic ties
● PM Imran Khan's visit to Iran in 2019
●
7. Bringing Back Pakistani Prisoners
● Diplomatic efforts to protect citizens abroad
● Return of thousands of Pakistani prisoners

8. Foreign Direct Investment

● Secured $2.1 billion FDI in FY 2019-2020
● Highest in the last 11 years
 Educational Sector

• PTI government focused on improving access and quality of educational institutions.

• Priority areas: decrease the number of out-of-school children, ensure a uniform education
system, improve quality of instruction, enhance skills training.

• Proposed actions included infrastructure development, financial support, innovative

solutions, technology integration.
Situation in Balochistan:
• Challenges in implementing education reforms.

• Progress made in improving access, but issues like teacher absenteeism and political
tensions exist.

• Implementation of National Education Policy Framework (NEPF) crucial, but challenges

may arise.
Situation in KPK:
• PTI government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has made progress in education reforms.

• Improvements in school infrastructure, teacher training, and recruitment.

• Focus on reducing out-of-school children, improving learning outcomes, allocating budget

effectively.
Uniformity and the medium of instruction:

• PTI government aims for a uniform education system with a common curriculum and
language.

• Challenges exist in terms of quality and access.

• Trust deficit between federal and provincial governments should be addressed, involving
provincial education departments in policy-making.
Analysis:
• PTI government lacks a clear and workable education policy in its first year.

• Budget cuts hinder implementation of National Education Policy Framework.

• Changes in leadership and political tensions disrupt education reform.

• Arts and humanities should be given equal importance for holistic development.
 Health Sector
• PTI government introduced Sehat Insaf Card for free medical treatment.

• Universal Health Coverage through Sehat Sahulat Program for underprivileged families.

• Increased healthcare budget to improve infrastructure and access.

• Digital Health Initiative to enhance healthcare services through technology.

• Efforts made to eradicate polio through vaccination campaigns and programs.

• Collaboration with international organizations for expertise and funding..

Analysis:
• PTI government has taken steps to improve healthcare sector, including free medical
treatment, universal health coverage, increased budget, and digital health initiatives.

• Focus on eradicating polio through vaccination campaigns and international collaboration.

 Educational Sector

• PTI government focused on improving access and quality of educational institutions.

• Priority areas: decrease the number of out-of-school children, ensure a uniform education
system, improve quality of instruction, enhance skills training.

• Proposed actions included infrastructure development, financial support, innovative

solutions, technology integration.
Situation in Balochistan:
• Challenges in implementing education reforms.

• Progress made in improving access, but issues like teacher absenteeism and political
tensions exist.

• Implementation of National Education Policy Framework (NEPF) crucial, but challenges

may arise.
Situation in KPK:
• PTI government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has made progress in education reforms.

• Improvements in school infrastructure, teacher training, and recruitment.

• Focus on reducing out-of-school children, improving learning outcomes, allocating budget

effectively.
Uniformity and the medium of instruction:

• PTI government aims for a uniform education system with a common curriculum and
language.

• Challenges exist in terms of quality and access.

• Trust deficit between federal and provincial governments should be addressed, involving
provincial education departments in policy-making.
Analysis:
• PTI government lacks a clear and workable education policy in its first year.

• Budget cuts hinder implementation of National Education Policy Framework.

• Changes in leadership and political tensions disrupt education reform.

• Arts and humanities should be given equal importance for holistic development.
 Health Sector
• PTI government introduced Sehat Insaf Card for free medical treatment.

• Universal Health Coverage through Sehat Sahulat Program for underprivileged families.

• Increased healthcare budget to improve infrastructure and access.

• Digital Health Initiative to enhance healthcare services through technology.

• Efforts made to eradicate polio through vaccination campaigns and programs.

• Collaboration with international organizations for expertise and funding..

Analysis:
• PTI government has taken steps to improve healthcare sector, including free medical
treatment, universal health coverage, increased budget, and digital health initiatives.

• Focus on eradicating polio through vaccination campaigns and international collaboration.

 Comparison of the
Achievements of PTI and
PMLN:
Achievements of PTI Government:
Ehsaas Panahgah initiative:
● Since September 2020 onwards, the Ehsaas Panahgah project has facilitated a total of 506521
persons also provided shelters to 57338 people and meals served to 449183 people.
● While in the month February 2021, the Panahgah initiative had benefited a total of 51860 people
including shelter provided to 4718 and meals served to 47142 persons.
● There are five Panahgahs in the Federal Capital at Bara Kahu, Mandi Mor, Peshawar Mor, Tarlai
and Tarnol so far
 Additional Ehsaas Program Projects:
 
 
● An amount of Rs179 billion was distributed to 14.8 million families in 2020 under the
Ehsaas Emergency Cash-I while it was planned that Rs48 billion will be distributed to 40
million additional families under Ehsaas Emergency Cash-II.
● This is an addition to the seven million families being enrolled under the Kafalat
Programme.
● Under the Ehsaas Kafalat initiative, 5.72 million families have benefited so far (Jan-June
2021)
● 80 billion Education Conditional Cash Transfers (CCTs) has been expanded from 54 to
154 districts .The program has enrolled 1.6 million children so far while five million
children to be enrolled in four years.
● Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship program has granted 50,762 scholarships worth Rs4.8
billion to brilliant students in the first year (academic year 2019-20) of program

● 50% scholarships were given to girls.In the academic year 2020-21, a total of 92,003
scholarships worth 8.4 billion have been awarded to students in 129 public sector
universities. The total number of scholarships by the end of the four years will likely surpass
200,000.
 Pakistan ranks third on Economist in Controlling
Covid-19:
 
● The Economist in 2021 ranked Pakistan third on a global ‘normalcy index” that measures
countries’ progress in returning to pre-pandemic life.
● The Pakistani government lifted nearly all coronavirus restrictions, allowing businesses, offices,
marketplaces, restaurants and entertainment venues to operate while adhering to social distancing
rules.
● Rather implementing full lockdown, Pakistan adopted an approach that focused on isolating areas
where there were outbreaks and on providing cash handouts to the poorest.
● Modi’s lockdown trapped millions of migrant workers inside cities that were often reservoirs of
covid.
● The easiness of Pakistan’s lockdown meant that most small businesses stayed open, whereas nearly
all in India were forced to close.
Universities:
 
● Laying the foundation stone for the Baba
Guru Nanak University in 2019,
● Construction for the Kohsar University in
Murree began in 2020, and was completed in
March 2021
● . The Government College of Technology in
Dera Ghazi Khan was upgraded to the Mir
Chakar Khan Rind University in 2019.
Health:
● One of the hospitals the PTI
government established was a 20-
bed hospital in Latifal, in Punjab’s
Chakwal district.Construction on
the hospital began on December
29, 2020, and it was inaugurated
on January 22, 2023.
Olive Cultivation/Plantation:
 
• On 15 March 2020, Imran Khan had launched the olive cultivation campaign. The large-
scale olive production could turn out to be an investment opportunity for the country and
would bring increased foreign exchange to the country.
• The olive cultivation campaign was launched in the Nowshera district.
• Olive plantation drive is one of the projects initiated by PTI’s government in Pakistan. Other
initiatives include the 10 Billion Tree Tsunami project, Miyawaki Urban Forest, etc
Lesser cost of Road construction:
• The NHA had completed work on 2,032 km of roads and planned construction of
further 7,889km roads.
• NHA’s revenue had increased by 125 per cent, witnessing a Rs102bn rise in the last
three years.
• The cost of construction of a dual-lane road per km was now at around Rs111 m
while its cost during the previous government was Rs118m whereas the cost of
construction of a four-lane road per km was now Rs170m compared with Rs370m
spent by the previous government.
Achievements of PMLN Government:

CPEC:
• China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC),a massive project to
improve infrastructure within Pakistan for trading better with China and to
further integrate the countries of South Asia.
• It is part of the larger Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) to improve connectivity, trade,
communication, and cooperation between the countries of Eurasia  in 2013.
• The project was launched on April 20, 2015. The goal of the CPEC is both to
transform Pakistan’s economy to connect the deep-sea Pakistani ports of Gwadar
 and Karachi to the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in China 
Metro Bus Service:
• Ghafoor said this project would also help people across Pakistan especially tourists.
• Students of the twin cities (Islamabad and Rawalpindi) would benefit more as its route passed
through many academic institutions.
• The metro bus project would enable employees to reach their offices in time.
• 24 metro bus stations have been constructed along the 23 km route. Out of these, ten are on
Rawalpindi's Murree road while the remaining 14 are in Islamabad
Orange Train Project :
• Orange Line Metro Train (OLMT) project in Lahore was one of Pakistan’s earliest transport
infrastructure projects ever.
• Devised to ease congestion in Lahore, promote ecofriendly, efficient, modern and affordable
transport systems and lead to improved mobility across Lahore, the OLMT was a socially,
politically and economically important project.
• The project employed more than 7,500 workers during its construction and has created 4,000
jobs in Pakistan for its operation and maintenance, according to an official at the Punjab
Masstransit Authority.
 Khwaja Fareed University – Rahim Yar Khan:

• The Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology is a public university
located in Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan. It was established in 2014 on the initiative of
Chief Minister Punjab Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif.

Revamped District Headquarter Hospital – Narowal:

• Shehbaz Sharif inaugurated the revamped DHQ Hospital Narowal, which had been done at a
cost of Rs 760 million. The hepatitis filter clinic has been constructed and important sections had
been added to this 300-bed hospital.
• He also inaugurated mobile health units for Narowal and Sialkot districts to provide quality
healthcare facilities to the people living in remote areas.
Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute – Lahore:

• The project was completed in August 2017. It does not only provide free of cost medical services
to the poor, but also provide employment to more than 5,000 people, including training for
doctors, nurses and paramedics.
• The project also includes a Hepatitis Prevention and Treatment Program (HPTP) Clinic.
• 476 beds were provided in Phase I of the project along with all major infrastructure, equipment
procurement and services
 Coal PowerProject – Sahiwal:
 
• Large coal-fired power project jointly invested by Huaneng Shandong Power Generation Co.Ltd.
and Shandong Ruyi Science & Technology Group.
• After the completion of this project, the annual energy output can reach nearly 10 billion KWH,
which will greatly relieve the power shortage in Pakistan and boost local economic and social
development with a strong energy support. 
• The project company actively promoted local employment, hiring more than 3,000 local labor.
The company has recruited more than 200 Pakistani engineers for operation after the
inauguration
 Recep Tayyip Erdogan Hospital – Muzaffargarh:

• A hospital named in honor of Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan in Pakistan will get 400 more
beds
• It began its operations in July 14, 2014 with 60 beds; a year later 40 more beds were added to the
hospital
• The provincial Punjab government led by Shehbaz Sharif funded the expansion of the hospital in
2017. The expansion has been completed in2018.
• It was a 130-bed hospital which was gifted by the Turkish government to the people of Punjab .
250-beds were then included in the hospital. This hospital is not only
Drug Testing Laboratory Bahawalpur:

• Shahbaz Sharif inaugurated Drug Testing Laboratory in Bahawalpur.

• Drug Testing Laboratory has been established consisting of one hundred and twelve high tech
instruments for testing drugs.
• The main aim to establish Drug Testing Laboratory is to ensure the provision of quality
medicines to the masses and through this project not only government hospitals but private
hospitals can also get standardized medicines.
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