CDWP approves seven projects worth Rs85bn
The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has approved seven projects worth Rs85.24 billion across various sectors namely information technology, health, physical planning and housing, specifically designated for the bustling metropolis of Karachi. The CDWP meeting chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission Jehanzeb Khan approved five development projects at a total cost of Rs13bn, while recommending two other projects worth Rs72.24bn to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) for further deliberation and approval. The highest price tag project related to Karachi was suggested to Ecnec for approval. The CLICK project for Rs63.95bn was discussed at the meeting to make the economic nerve centre of the country a more competitive and livable metropolis.