In a significant move, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has decided to abolish five key ministries and departments as part of a comprehensive government restructuring effort. The Institutional Reforms Cell has been tasked with “rightsizing” and has sought recommendations from the ministries of Information Technology, Kashmir Affairs, Ministry of Safeguard, Ministry of Industries and Production, and Ministry of Health Services within a week.
The federal cabinet has also approved the abolition of the Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives. Additionally, a committee comprising the Finance Minister and MNA Bilal Azhar Kiani has been formed to define the role of provincial ministries.
The prime minister has instructed immediate relief on electricity bills and expedited work on solar tube wells. The cabinet also approved advertisements for medicines on TV, radio, and print media.
This development comes amid a grim economic situation, with the country facing a significant debt burden and a need for exports-led growth. The government aims to improve efficiency and manage revenues and expenses effectively.
