PM Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the importance of effective infrastructure planning in Balochistan’s mining sector, specifically focusing on upgrading road and railway networks to facilitate the utilization of minerals. During a meeting in Lahore, he instructed the removal of project-related roadblocks and emphasized the need for a railway network strategy. The meeting included participants from Barrick Gold Company and discussed the progress of the Reqo Dik project.
LAHORE: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif stressed the importance of proper planning for the communication infrastructure, particularly the railway line to fully utilise the minerals and other resources in Balochistan, ARY News reported
Presiding over a meeting in Lahore on the mines and minerals of Balochistan with particular reference to the Reqo Dik Project, PM Shehbaz ordered to upgrade the road network at the earliest to connect the Reqo Dik project with Gwadar by road.
Among others, a delegation of Barrick Gold Company led by its Chief Executive Officer Mark Bristow attended the meeting.
The prime minister also directed to remove project-related roadblocks and consult with all government players. He promised security for those working on the project, as well as logistics and transportation from Reqo Dik to the port, in regard to the protection and safety of the labourers connected with the project.
PM Shehbaz directed to expedite the completion of under-construction roads. He said a strategy should be evolved regarding the feasibility of a railway network for the project.
In comparison to Bin Qasim port, the prime minister said the Reqo Dik railway project would guarantee quick and simple access in addition to a shorter distance.
He said that the new railway line will greatly benefit the mineral-rich Chaghai district and contribute in the growth of the mining industry. The Prime Minister was informed The Reqo Dik project’s iability would be done by the end of this year. It was informed 6,000 containers will be transported to the port every month from Reqo Dik.
The participants of the meeting were informed that the concentrate pipeline of the project will be the second longest slurry pipeline in the world. It was said that the mining company will construct a link road from Reqo Dik to National Highway-40.
The meeting was briefed that 58 percent of construction work on a 103-kilometer-long road from Naukundi to Mashkhel has been completed to connect Reqo Dik with Gwadar.
In a recent speech, Prime Minister Shehbaz stressed the critical importance of fully utilizing the vast mineral resources in Balochistan. Recognizing the immense potential of the region, the Prime Minister highlighted the need for strategic planning and sustainable exploitation of these resources to drive economic growth and development in Balochistan. Harnessing the rich mineral deposits could not only bolster the local economy but also contribute to the overall prosperity of the nation. PM Shehbaz’s emphasis on this matter signals a step towards harnessing the untapped potential of Balochistan’s minerals for the greater good.
Source: ARY NEWS
PM Shehbaz Sharif emphasizes utilization of Balochistan minerals, highlighting the need for strategic planning in communication infrastructure and railway connectivity. He chairs a meeting in Lahore, addressing the Reqo Dik Project and instructs the swift upgrade of road networks to link the project with Gwadar. The meeting includes a delegation from Barrick Gold Company, and focuses on removing project-related obstacles and ensuring security for laborers. The PM emphasizes expediting road construction and discusses the feasibility of a railway network for the project. The railway project is expected to enhance access and benefit the mineral-rich Chaghai district, contributing to the growth of the mining industry.
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