In a recently published federal report on provincial economic performance, Punjab was shown to lag behind Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) in several key economic indicators. This annual report evaluates provinces based on economic productivity, employment growth, social services delivery, and infrastructure development, with KP’s recent improvements highlighting areas where Punjab has fallen behind.
KP’s performance has been attributed to targeted investments in infrastructure and public services, with federal support focused on sectors such as healthcare, education, and transport. The report emphasizes that while Punjab remains a major contributor to Pakistan’s GDP, the province has been slower in adopting innovative economic strategies compared to KP.
Analysts suggest that Punjab’s performance can be bolstered by addressing infrastructure deficits and enhancing industrial diversification. This disparity has sparked discussions around how provinces can adopt distinct policies that align with their unique resources and challenges. Such adjustments, experts argue, are crucial for promoting balanced regional development and reducing economic disparities across Pakistan
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