The economic uplift of Balochistan, specifically in Sui and Dera Bugti districts, is seeing substantial progress through a variety of development projects.
These initiatives, focusing on health, education, employment, and skill development, are being heavily supported by Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) and the Balochistan govt.
The Sui Public Welfare Hospital, a joint venture between the Balochistan govt and PPL, provides free healthcare services to local residents.
The hospital is a cornerstone of the region’s healthcare infrastructure, ensuring that medical care is accessible to all.
PPL’s commitment to education in the region is noteworthy. The company has allocated significant funds, totaling, Rs1500 million over the last five years, to improve educational facilities.
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These include partnerships with the Taaleem Foundation to offer free education to children and the establishment of the Virtual University’s Sui Campus.
Furthermore, the Vocational Training Institute, supported by PPL, is equipping local youth and women with valuable skills for employment.
Residents of Sui town benefit from a reliable, free water supply, an initiative that has seen an investment of over, Rs6000 million in the past five years.
Additionally, the majority of the local population enjoys free gas supply, significantly reducing living costs and improving quality of life.
The Pakistan Army and Frontier Corps (FC) Balochistan play a crucial role in maintaining security for these national projects.
Their efforts and sacrifices have been instrumental in establishing peace in the region, which has allowed these development projects to thrive.
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Local tribal leaders and residents express their gratitude for the ongoing support and improvements. The Tribal Leader of Sui highlighted the free healthcare and gas supplies as transformative for the community.
Similarly, the Manager of the Vocational Training Institute emphasized the importance of skill development programs in enhancing local employment opportunities.
PPL’s presence in the region since 1952 underscores its long-term commitment to the welfare of Sui and Dera Bugti’s residents.
The company’s ongoing projects and investments are pivotal in driving sustainable development and improving the quality of life for the local population.
