The Sindh chief minister has reviewed the progress of development projects worth $3.849 billion being funded by the World Bank, with a focus on implementation, financial performance, procurement and pending challenges across the province.
The review took place during a high-level meeting at CM House, attended by World Bank Country Director Bolormaa Amgaabazar.
The meeting examined 12 ongoing projects with a combined financial commitment of $3.849 billion. Of the total amount, $2.334 billion has been disbursed, while $1.511 billion remains outstanding.
Participants also reviewed the projects’ financial and procurement performance, including disbursement targets for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The target has been set at $381.2 million, with an extended goal of $434.2 million. Disbursements so far stand at $43.2 million.
The chief minister directed relevant departments and project teams to take responsibility for pending tasks, improve coordination and ensure that agreed deadlines are met.
The meeting also reviewed the $240 million Second Karachi Water and Sewerage Services Improvement Project (KWSSIP-2), particularly the facilities associated with the K-IV water supply project.
Officials informed the meeting that environmental and social safeguards for the associated facilities had been prepared and submitted to the World Bank for approval. Compliance monitoring is also underway.
Progress on the Karachi Mobility Project was also discussed, including the Yellow Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor and related road infrastructure.
Particular attention was given to the construction of Jam Sadiq Bridge and the development of bus depots as part of the wider transport initiative.
