Miftah says PM Shahbaz’s Balochistan road project plan is a deception

Awam Pakistan Party leader, Miftah Ismail, has made a surprising claim, by saying that the Balochistan road project was never accepted and approved and that the public has been misled and deceived, reported 24NewsHDTV Channel. 

Talking to media in Hyderabad, the former finance minister said the construction of the Balochistan road project is impossible. Miftah objected to the frequent policy reversals by politicians, precisely pointing out the recent “U-turn” of the Pakistan People’s Party.

He lamented that the government’s failure to collect taxes will lead to the allocation of funds saved from petroleum to the budget, eventually, which will lead to an increase in the petroleum levy. He also demanded export permissions if the government is unable to provide support prices. 

“We do not play on both sides of the wicket,” Ismail stated, emphasising the need for the Council of Common Interests (CCI) to decide on the Cholistan concern. He supported a nationwide stakeholder meeting to decide within the CCI. 

Miftah slammed the government for increasing own salaries, and highlighted the claims of reduction in inflation and public satisfaction.

He expressed uncertainty about PTI chairman Imran Khan and his future, praying for his longevity and safety. The Balochistan road project is a noteworthy initiative and infrastructure aims to bring improvement to the region’s connectivity.