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Sindh CM Murad Ali Shah: Sindh is Free from Extremism, Foreign Elements Behind Terror Incidents
Sindh is a progressive and stable society, free from extremism, says CM Murad Ali Shah. He emphasizes solar energy projects, agricultural reforms, and fair rights for minorities in a meeting with the British Deputy High Commissioner.
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by News Desk
2025-03-06
Sindh CM Murad Ali Shah: Sindh is Free from Extremism, Foreign Elements Behind Terror Incidents

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has reaffirmed that Sindh is free from extremism and that terrorist incidents in the province are orchestrated by external conspirators rather than internal elements. He made these remarks during a meeting with British Deputy High Commissioner Lance Dom, where they discussed Pakistan-UK relations, post-flood agricultural recovery, and Sindh’s socio-economic challenges.

 

CM Murad Ali Shah highlighted Sindh’s inclusive and progressive society, ensuring that minorities enjoy equal rights. Speaking on agricultural challenges, he stated that the provincial government has increased the agricultural tax from 35% to 45% to address economic difficulties. However, water shortages and high fertilizer and pesticide costs have made agriculture less profitable.

 

Key Announcements & Initiatives:

✅ Solar Energy Expansion – Sindh has launched a project to distribute solar home systems to 200,000 low-income families, with PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto approving an additional 300,000 solar kits. Sindh is also setting up 270 MW solar power plants to provide electricity at Rs. 9.80 per unit.

 

✅ Thar Coal Utilization – CM Murad Ali Shah emphasized that Thar coal is now the cheapest energy source in Pakistan. Initially doubted, it is now being seen as an alternative to expensive imported fuel for power plants and the cement industry. A railway line is being constructed to transport Thar coal across the country.

 

✅ China Collaboration – Sindh is partnering with Chinese companies to develop 350 MW and 75 MW wind-solar hybrid energy projects, finalized during President Asif Ali Zardari’s recent visit to China.

 

✅ Free Electricity for Low-Income Families – The Sindh government aims to provide free electricity (up to 300 units) to underprivileged households, with 200,000 solar home kits to be distributed by July 2025. Every district is receiving 400 kits per week.

 

CM Murad Ali Shah urged the federal government to end gas load-shedding in Sindh, stating that Sindh has the first right over its gas resources and requested relief for citizens, especially during Ramadan.

 

Additionally, 57 major government buildings in Sindh have been converted to solar energy, and solar home systems are being distributed across 30 districts with the assistance of organizations like HANDS, SAFCO, and SRSO.
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