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Mustafa Kamal Says Formation of New Provinces Inevitable to Improve Governance
Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal declares new provinces inevitable, stresses urgent reforms in health system and child welfare. Over 6.1M children born yearly; 400,000 miss vaccinations.
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by News Desk
2026-01-17
Mustafa Kamal Says Formation of New Provinces Inevitable to Improve Governance

Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal on Saturday declared the establishment of new provinces in Pakistan as an inevitable step to improve governance and administrative efficiency.

Speaking at the inauguration of the Healthcare Digital Center in the Jacob Line area of Karachi, Kamal emphasized that while provinces may be formed in the future, it will remain essential to empower local governance structures at the grassroots level.

He highlighted Pakistan’s pressing health challenges, noting that the country’s healthcare issues extend beyond treatment to systemic inefficiencies, compounded by a growing population. “More than 6.1 million children are born in Pakistan every year, yet 400,000 of them still do not receive essential vaccinations,” he said.

Kamal also drew attention to maternal and child health, revealing that nearly 40 percent of children suffer from stunted growth due to insufficient attention to nutrition and healthcare. He warned that Pakistan’s progress is unlikely unless the national fertility rate is reduced to around 2 percent.

The Federal Health Minister underscored the need for comprehensive reforms in healthcare delivery and population management, linking them to broader socio-economic development and the potential administrative benefits of creating new provinces.
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