Will the Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives be pleased to refer to the Starred Question No.123 replied on 05-09-2024 and to state: (a) why the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) project, which is supported by Roche Pakistan and aims to provide essential medicines for cancer patients, was excluded from the PSDP 2024-25, alongwith factors or criteria that led to exclusion aforesaid project; (b) whether there were issues related to project proposal, funding, or alignment with current Government priorities; (c) whether the Government has plan to reconsider and potentially include this critical project in this year and future PSDP cycles; (d) if so, the details thereof; if not, the reasons thereof?

Will the Minister for Privatization be pleased to state: (a) what is the timeline and criteria for privatizing the 15-20 lossmaking state-owned enterprises identified by the Ministry; and (b) how will the Government ensure fair valuation and prevent corruption in the privatization of major entities like PIA, Pakistan Steel Mills and the power distribution companies?

Will the Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives be pleased to state: (a) what is the status of scheme, construction of Eastern and expansion of Southern Sewerage Treatment Plants (Hyderabad), reflected in Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) at Serial No.234; (b) whether it is a fact that project is being delayed due to nonreleaseof funds; and (c) what is the expected date of completion?

Will the Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training be pleased to state: (a) the total number of students who got scholarships/stipends in the Public Higher Education Institutes/Degree awarding Universities throughout the country; and (b) the province-wise details of number of students who have availed this stipend/scholarship during the last five years?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) details of the source of generation of Rs.2.3 trillion to pay circular debt; (b) whether it is a fact that the said amount was borrowed from different banks; (c) if so, the names of the banks concerned alongwith the terms and conditions on which the same was borrowed?

Will the Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives be pleased to state what is the current status of the K-4 project started under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) as to when said project will be completed and the total cost will be incurred thereon?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) the details of posts abolished after transfer of the subjects devolved to the provinces under 18th Constitutional Amendment, Ministry and Departments and the number of posts; (b) the details of total budget allocations of the preceding year and the next three years; and (c) the number of posts created grade-wise of BS-17 and above in the devolved Ministries/Departments during the last five years?

Will the Minister for National Heritage and Culture be pleased to state: (a) whether the Ministry obtains confirmation from time to time from the departments under its administrative jurisdiction regarding the implementation of payment of minimum wages declared by the Government; if so, the details thereof; (b) whether each of the aforesaid departments adheres to the minimum wage regulations for their employees, irrespective of the nature of their appointment; (c) whether any department has been found not to comply with minimum wage regulations; if so, the reasons for such noncompliance and what punitive measures are being taken to address the matter; and (d) how will the Ministry ensure that the minimum wage regulations announced in Budget, 2024 are implemented in all departments?

Will the Minister for Commerce be pleased to state the details of industrial imports and exports during the last three years?

Will the Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that children with disabilities are currently facing significant challenges in accessing compulsory education, as enshrined in the Constitution; (b) whether the Federal Government has failed to effectively collaborate with Provincial Governments to address these issues; (c) if so, what are the specific reasons for these challenges and the perceived shortcomings in current efforts; and (d) what concrete steps are being taken by the Federal Government to formulate a comprehensive national policy in this regard, ensuring active collaboration with Provincial Governments and to establish specialized educational institutions that are accessible and adequately equipped for students with disabilities?

Will the Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that the latest Planning Commission report highlights significant structural weaknesses and governance issues within Pakistan’s education sector; if so, the detailst hereof; (b) what strategies are necessary to fix these structural weaknesses and governance problems and why could not these strategies be implemented previously, resulting in the current state of the education system and who is accountable for the deterioration of the education system; (c) what initiatives are initiated by the Federal Government to enhance public funding, improve teaching standards and refine management practices; and (d) how do these efforts aims to advance overall educational performance and address the significant regional disparities highlighted in the report to ensure equitable access to quality education for the all students across the country? Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state that what measures has taken by the Government through the State Bank of Pakistan taken to control increasing inflation alongwith the outcomes of these efforts?

Will the Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that all children deserve the access to education, but girls have faced more discrimination; (b) what progress has been made, according to UNICEF report, 129 million girls are still out of school; and (c) while the world average of girls enrolled in primary school is 88% it’s 78% in low income countries?

Will the Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives be pleased to state whether there is any proposal in PSDP to materialize a University in Kot Addu and Muzaffargarh in adherence to commitment of Government to establish a University per district?

Will the Minister for National Heritage and Culture be pleased to state: (a) the National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA) is the country’s only national arts academy educating students in theatre and music; (b) whether Government has taken any steps to facilitate NAPA to become a degree awarding institute and to support NAPA to revive the culture and heritage of country; and (c) whether there is any update on the progress made by the

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that a large number of eligible and qualified employees, specifically Senior Auditors (BS-16) in AGPR Office, have been waiting for promotion to the position of Assistant Accounts Officer (BS-17) for several years, despite there being no court injunctions affecting these promotions; (b) whether it is also a fact that operations of AGPR are being carried out by irregular incumbents posted as OPS on key posts of Assistant Accounts Officers (BS-17) for years rather than promoting qualified eligible incumbents that might have potential malafide intentions, raises concerns in transparency and fairness in financial operations; (c) whether it is not the case that denying qualified employees their rightful promotion constitutes a violation of their fundamental rights as safeguarded by the Constitution of Pakistan; and (d) the time by which vacant posts of Assistant Accounts OfficersM of AGPR will be filled by qualified Senior Auditors?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) what is the outcome of the recent Tajir strike across the country; (b) what is the current status of negotiations between the Government and said sector; and (c) whether it is a fact that the Government is contemplating concessions for traders at the expenses of increasing tax burden on the existing

Will the Minister for Commerce be pleased to state: (a) the annual trade volume of our country with the neighbouring countries i.e India, Iran and Afghanistan; (b) the detail of annual trade volume of the previous five years; and (c) whether it is a fact that Afghanistan is a land-locked country and was totally dependent on Pakistan for its trade, but now its dependency is ending; if so, the reasons thereof?

Will the Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that there exists a deficiency in the recruitment of psychologists within Federally managed schools, which could potentially tackle mental health concerns, offer student support and improve overall school performance to facilitate enhanced learning outcomes; (b) whether there is any proposal being evaluated to ensure the appointment of at least one psychologist in every Federally managed institution; and (c) if such a proposal exists, the details thereof; if not, such proposal is being considered?

Will the Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training be pleased to state the detail progress made so far on the decision made in the resolution passed unanimously in the House regarding condemnation of Israeli Oppression and Brutality against people of Palestine on 02-08-2024 for the admission of Palestinian medical students in Pakistan’s Medical Colleges on gratis basis to complete their education?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) what steps are being taken by the Government to strengthen regulatory frameworks, enhance financial transparency, combat financial crimes to protect Pakistan’s economy and financial integrity considering the challenges posed by illicit financial flows, tax evasion and money laundering; (b) the details of the impact of recent monetary policy decisions on inflation dynamics; and (c) how is the Ministry collaborating with the State Bank of Pakistan to manage inflationary pressures effectively?

Will the Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training be pleased to state: (a) what steps are being taken by the Government to promote Artificial Intelligence education in the country; and (b) the details of research undertaken by the Universities during the last five years in this sector?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) the district-wise total number of traders registered so far,under Traders Friendly Scheme in the country; and (b) the steps being taken by the Government for the success of said scheme?

Will the Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training be pleased to state: (a) what recent changes have been made or planned in the near future by Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) to enhance the quality of its education in order to bring its educational standards in line with those of other reputed public sector Universities in the country, including any specific initiative or strategies being implemented at present; (b) whether it is a fact that AIOU still offers both BA and BS programme, which may necessitate that students who have completed a BA programme undertake additional coursework in a BS programme to become eligible for MS programmes; (c) if so, what is the rationale for the continued offering of both BA and BS programme; and (d) what steps are being taken by AIOU to align its educational programmes with the guidelines of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) to ensure consistency with the standards of other Universities, including addressing any discrepancies and improving programme alignment?

Will the Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives be pleased to state: (a) what is the status of schemes, Rehabilitation/Construction of Roads in SITE Industrial Estate Karachi, reflected in PSDP 2023-24 at serial No.236; (b) whether it is a fact that project is being delayed due to non-release of funds; and (c) what is the expected date of completion?

Will the Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives be pleased to state: (a) what is the status of schemes, Rehabilitation/Construction of Roads in SITE Industrial Estate Karachi, reflected in PSDP 2023-24 at serial No.236; (b) whether it is a fact that project is being delayed due to non-release of funds; and (c) what is the expected date of completion?

Will the Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training be pleased to state the purpose, performance and achievements of the Pakistan Maddaris Education Act during the last three years?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that the large number of eligible employees who are working as Senior Auditors (BPS-16) in Controller General Accounts (CGA), Islamabad, are waiting for promotion for the post of Assistant Accounts Officer for long time; (b) whether it is also a fact that the departmental promotion Committee also submitted their recommendations for promotion of said employees; (c) the total number of posts of Assistant Accounts Officer that are lying vacant at present; (d) the time by which the aforesaid promotions will be made?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that Iranian large vehicles, including trucks, which transporting the goods from Iran to Pakistan, are exempt from taxes while traveling within Pakistan, whereas Pakistani large vehicles do not have such exemption while traveling to Iran; (b) if so, the reasons for such unequal treatment; and (c) what steps are being taken by the Government to address and rationalize this issue either by extending the same tax exemption to Pakistani large vehicles in Iran or by imposing similar taxes on Iranian large vehicles operating in the country?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that Iranian large vehicles, including trucks, which transporting the goods from Iran to Pakistan, are exempt from taxes while traveling within Pakistan, whereas Pakistani large vehicles do not have such exemption while traveling to Iran; (b) if so, the reasons for such unequal treatment; and (c) what steps are being taken by the Government to address and rationalize this issue either by extending the same tax exemption to Pakistani large vehicles in Iran or by imposing similar taxes on Iranian large vehicles operating in the country?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that Iranian large vehicles, including trucks, which transporting the goods from Iran to Pakistan, are exempt from taxes while traveling within Pakistan, whereas Pakistani large vehicles do not have such exemption while traveling to Iran; (b) if so, the reasons for such unequal treatment; and (c) what steps are being taken by the Government to address and rationalize this issue either by extending the same tax exemption to Pakistani large vehicles in Iran or by imposing similar taxes on Iranian large vehicles operating in the country?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that Iranian large vehicles, including trucks, which transporting the goods from Iran to Pakistan, are exempt from taxes while traveling within Pakistan, whereas Pakistani large vehicles do not have such exemption while traveling to Iran; (b) if so, the reasons for such unequal treatment; and (c) what steps are being taken by the Government to address and rationalize this issue either by extending the same tax exemption to Pakistani large vehicles in Iran or by imposing similar taxes on Iranian large vehicles operating in the country?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that Iranian large vehicles, including trucks, which transporting the goods from Iran to Pakistan, are exempt from taxes while traveling within Pakistan, whereas Pakistani large vehicles do not have such exemption while traveling to Iran; (b) if so, the reasons for such unequal treatment; and (c) what steps are being taken by the Government to address and rationalize this issue either by extending the same tax exemption to Pakistani large vehicles in Iran or by imposing similar taxes on Iranian large vehicles operating in the country?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that Iranian large vehicles, including trucks, which transporting the goods from Iran to Pakistan, are exempt from taxes while traveling within Pakistan, whereas Pakistani large vehicles do not have such exemption while traveling to Iran; (b) if so, the reasons for such unequal treatment; and (c) what steps are being taken by the Government to address and rationalize this issue either by extending the same tax exemption to Pakistani large vehicles in Iran or by imposing similar taxes on Iranian large vehicles operating in the country?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) whether it is a fact that Iranian large vehicles, including trucks, which transporting the goods from Iran to Pakistan, are exempt from taxes while traveling within Pakistan, whereas Pakistani large vehicles do not have such exemption while traveling to Iran; (b) if so, the reasons for such unequal treatment; and (c) what steps are being taken by the Government to address and rationalize this issue either by extending the same tax exemption to Pakistani large vehicles in Iran or by imposing similar taxes on Iranian large vehicles operating in the country?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to refer to the Un-Starred Question No.03 replied on 10-06-2024 and to state: (a) whether the lack of a mechanism to identify and prevent overpayment’s to employees who have completed their deputation, retired, or reached superannuation indicate a failure in the AGPR system, especially if adjustments in pay slips are not being made; (b) why is there no cap in place within the AGPR system to prevent such overpayment’s; (c) whether it is allegedly the failure of Government to address this issue it further reflects that AGPR may be facilitating salary overpayment’s in collusion with lending departments, particularly if necessary adjustments in pay slips are not implemented; (d) if so, whether is there a proposal under consideration of the Government to implement a cap in accordance with statutory orders for all Government appointees; if yes, the details and the expected time line for this implementation; (e) if no such proposal exists, what are the reasons for not implementing a cap?

Will the Minister for Commerce be pleased to state: (a) what steps are being taken to address the concern of business community to un-shackle the regional trade; (b) is there any thinking to normalize trade with India; and (c) if so, what steps are being taken in this respect?

Will the Minister for Commerce be pleased to state: (a) what steps are being taken to address the concern of business community to un-shackle the regional trade; (b) is there any thinking to normalize trade with India; and (c) if so, what steps are being taken in this respect?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state: (a) whether there is any proposal under consideration of the Government to obtain loans from Foreign Commercial Banks; (b) if so, the details thereof?

Will the Minister for Finance and Revenue be pleased to state the details of complaints received against the persons working in Customs Collectorate, Karachi during the last five years and the action taken against them so far?