While participating in budget debate at the National Assembly on Saturday, the Pakistan People’s Party’s Zulfiqar Ali Behan praised the budget, emphasizing its farmer and investment-friendly nature.
He urged the government to provide subsidies on fertilizers for farmers and called for a special drive to plant more trees to address climate change. Behan also raised concerns about the development of his constituency and requested funds for its progress.
Independent member of the National Assembly, Mohsin Dawar, called on the government to create a favorable atmosphere for domestic and foreign investments.
He stressed the importance of adhering to the Charter of Democracy (CoD) and Charter of Economy for the country’s bright future.
Dawar also urged the allocation of additional funds to support the people affected by the war against terrorism in his area.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s Sardar Riaz Mehmood Khan Mazari criticized the government for neglecting the development of remote areas in South Punjab. He demanded funds for the establishment of educational institutions such as schools, colleges and universities in his region.
Mazari also highlighted the delayed construction of the Shaikh Khalifa Bridge and called for funds to complete the project.
JUI-F’s Shahida Akhtar Ali described May 9 as a dark day in the country’s history and demanded justice for those involved in the incident.
She condemned the disrespect shown towards martyrs’ memorials and criticized former Prime Minister Imran Khan for misleading the younger generation. She called for a special package for the families of motorway police martyrs and requested a welfare package for journalists.
Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz’s Dr. Darshan praised the budget as the best solution for the current economic crisis.
He credited Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s leadership and the present government’s efforts to address the economic challenges. He also expressed concern over the May 9 incident, condemning those responsible and considering them enemies of the nation. He believed that former Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif had been politically victimized.
Sikandar Ali Rahoupoto of the Pakistan People’s Party described the federal budget as balanced and people-friendly.
He called for increased allocations for health, education and road infrastructure.
Saira Bano from the Grand Democratic Alliance criticized the ministers for their absence during the budget session. She appreciated the raise in salaries for government employees and urged the government to ensure the implementation of maximum wages in the private sector. Bano emphasized the need to prioritize the development of impoverished communities.
PML-N’s Ms. Farukh Khan congratulated the Prime Minister, Finance Minister and their team for presenting an outstanding budget. She commended the government’s adoption of effective economic policies and expressed the hope for their success in building a prosperous Pakistan. Ms. Khan emphasized the importance of each individual playing a positive role in advancing the country’s interests.
PPPP lawmaker Nauman Islam Shaikh raised concerns regarding the low attendance of members in the House. He stressed the need to address the grievances of the less privileged class and lead the nation towards prosperity.