ISLAMABAD: Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Information and Broadcasting Barrister Danyal Chaudhry said on Tuesday that despite constrained fiscal environment under IMF conditions, the government is committed to easing the financial burden on citizens and enhancing coordination between the federation and provinces.
Addressing a pre-budget dialogue 2025, “Rethinking Economic Policy for a Just Energy Transition” convened jointly the Policy Research Institute for Equitable Development (PRIED) and Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) here.
Barrister Daniyal Chaudhary said that the government was making all out efforts to ensure that the upcoming budget supports the public. He stated that new policies are being developed for used cars and electric vehicles (EVs).
He further said that the current financial situation limits the government’s flexibility. However, he said that efforts are being made to work within these limitations to bring relief to the people and improve the policy direction. “In this budget debate, we’ll push for affordable energy, fair resource-sharing, and inclusive growth, guided by our Forum’s bipartisan spirit rooted in empathy. Together, we can turn contention into consensus and scarcity into shared prosperity.”
Speaking on national unity, he emphasized that Balochistan is an integral part of the country. He noted that while there may be differences in language, people across provinces share a common identity.
“Our nation’s strength lies in its people—from the farmer in Sindh to the student in Balochistan and the mother in Punjab—facing daily hardships where resource disputes mean a fight for dignity, equity, and hope.”
The Parliamentary Secretary said whenever the PML-N government comes to power, it select local leaders who represent the Balochistan community and promote collective progress.
He said there are several development projects underway in Balochistan and more details will be shared soon. Young members of parliament from Balochistan are actively raising their issues, and the government is aware of its and working towards long-term solutions.
On energy and governance, Chaudhary spoke in support of the Council of Common Interests (CCI) and its role in promoting coordination. He said that transferring control of electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) to the provinces will make the system more accountable and accessible. He also said that solar energy will be promoted through local micro-grids, with the goal of improving rural energy access while respecting provincial rights. –Agencies
