The Punjab government has earmarked significant resources in the 2026-27 budget to strengthen women’s protection, education, welfare and economic participation across the province. The package includes new protection centres, women’s universities, working women’s hostels and institutional support measures designed to improve safety and create greater opportunities for women in both urban and rural areas. A […]
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Punjab budget prioritises development and public relief
The Punjab government has unveiled a Rs5.903 trillion budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, placing strong emphasis on development, public welfare and improved service delivery across the province. The financial plan reflects a broad strategy aimed at expanding infrastructure, strengthening social sectors and ensuring that development benefits reach both urban and rural communities through targeted […]
Punjab budget prioritises health education and public welfare
The Punjab government is set to unveil a budget exceeding Rs5.13 trillion for the 2026-27 fiscal year, with significant allocations proposed for health, education, salaries, pensions and welfare programmes. Punjab Finance Minister Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman will present the budget in the provincial assembly after receiving approval from the provincial cabinet. The spending plan aims to strengthen […]
Punjab links employees salaries increase to federal budget decision
The Punjab government is expected to align any increase in salaries for provincial government employees with the federal government’s decision in the upcoming budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, according to official sources. Read More: Budget 2026-27 may be delayed to June 12 Budget proposals under consideration indicate that significant allocations have been earmarked for salaries, […]
Provinces propose record Rs3.14 trillion development budget for 2026-27
Pakistan’s four provinces have collectively proposed a development budget of Rs3,138 billion for the fiscal year 2026-27, reflecting an increase of Rs76 billion compared to the current year. The plan highlights a continued push toward infrastructure expansion, public services improvement, and broader regional development priorities. According to budget documents, provincial governments will finance most of […]
Punjab likely to unveil tax-free budget for next fiscal year
The Punjab government is likely to present a tax-free budget for the upcoming fiscal year, according to sources in the provincial finance department, with a focus on sustaining subsidies, development spending and public welfare initiatives. Read More: Punjab unveils Rs5.3 trillion budget with 10% pay raise Sources said tax revenue for the next financial year is expected to […]
Punjab earmarks Rs5 billion for upcoming local body elections
LAHORE – The Punjab government has officially allocated Rs5 billion in its 2025–26 budget to conduct long-awaited local body elections, aiming to restore grassroots democracy across the province. According to official sources, the allocated funds will cover all necessary arrangements for the electoral process, which is expected to take place during the upcoming fiscal year. […]
Punjab set to unveil people-friendly budget for FY2025-26 today
LAHORE – Punjab Finance Minister Mujtaba Shuja ur Rehman will present the provincial budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 in the Punjab Assembly today (Monday). The new budget, according to the minister, will reflect the progressive vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, with a strong focus on development, transparency, and social welfare. Importantly, no […]
Sibtain Khan appointed as Opposition Leader in Punjab Assembly
Moments before the presentation of the provincial budget in the Punjab Assembly, PTI leader Sibtain Khan was appointed as Opposition Leader. On Monday, Punjab Assembly Speaker Pervaiz Elahi issued notification of Mr Sibtain’s appointment as Opposition Leader in the Punjab Assembly, ahead of the assembly’s expected stormy session in which the PML-N government would present […]
No hurdle in passage of budgets: Governor Punjab
FAISALABAD: Punjab Governor Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar said on Tuesday there was no hurdle in the passage of federal and provincial budgets as all allies were with the government. He said this while talking to the media on the inauguration of the new building of government school in Chak No.515-GB of Toba Tek Singh, and a […]