Staff Reporter:
QUETTA: Members of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) expressed dissatisfaction over the slow progress of the Quetta Development Project during their visit to the site, accompanied by representatives of Quetta City.
Chairman Asghar Ali Tareen criticized the subpar condition of newly constructed roads, including Sariab Road and Sabzal Road, emphasizing the significant inconvenience faced by residents. “The slow pace of work disrupts the city’s traffic system. This reflects poorly on us as legislators,” he remarked.
The PAC identified several issues, including a lack of essential road safety features such as cat eyes, spikes, and road signs. Members also highlighted the withering of roadside trees due to insufficient water and care. The absence of a bridge near the kidney center was another critical concern, as its lack forces vehicles to take one-way routes, causing traffic congestion and accidents.
Project Director and Commissioner Quetta briefed the committee on the project’s status but failed to alleviate concerns about transparency and accountability. In response, Chairman Tareen suggested conducting a special audit to address these shortcomings and accelerate progress.
The visit underscores PAC’s commitment to improving Quetta’s infrastructure and ensuring efficient project implementation for the benefit of its citizens.
