Federal Communications Minister Abdul Aleem Khan has announced that construction work on the proposed Sukkur-Hyderabad and Hyderabad-Karachi motorways is expected to begin this year, with the project set to start from Sukkur.
Speaking to journalists in Karachi, the minister said the project is expected to be completed within two years once work begins.
He also confirmed that a new motorway between Karachi and Hyderabad will be constructed separately from the existing M-9 motorway.
Abdul Aleem Khan described the planned motorway development as a major project for Sindh and said it would benefit the province as well as the wider country by improving road connectivity and transportation infrastructure.
Truck Stands and Rest Areas Planned
The minister made the announcement during a meeting with representatives of the All Pakistan Goods Transporters Alliance.
He said the government would provide dedicated space for truck stands and develop rest areas equipped with essential facilities for transporters.
The minister also assured transporters that they would not face unfair traffic challans. However, he stressed that transporters must comply with the prescribed axle-load limits and avoid overloading their vehicles.
Government to Address Transport Sector Concerns
Abdul Aleem Khan said the government would work to resolve the genuine concerns of the transport community while emphasizing that he would only make commitments that could be practically fulfilled.
He urged transporters to cooperate with authorities by following approved load limits and road safety requirements.
The proposed motorway projects could improve connectivity between Karachi, Hyderabad and Sukkur, while potentially supporting trade, logistics and economic activity along the route.
For property investors and businesses, improved motorway connectivity can also increase interest in areas located along emerging transportation corridors, although the actual impact will depend on the project’s execution, accessibility and supporting infrastructure.
