South Punjab
Coverage of South Punjab in the Nexus archive.
- PPP's Central Executive Committee to deliberate creation of new administrative units: secretary general
The PPP's Central Executive Committee will discuss creating new administrative units in Pakistan, emphasizing constitutional procedures requiring parliamentary approval. The party opposes new units in Sindh but supports a South Punjab province, while other parties like MQM-P and IPP advocate for different administrative reconfigurations.
- Naqvi urges 'all political parties' to settle issue of more provinces, says current 'system' has collapsed
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi urged political parties to resolve disputes over administrative units and provinces, stating the current system has collapsed. Conflicting demands for new provinces, including Karachi as a separate entity and South Punjab, highlight tensions between political parties.
- PPP lawmaker calls for separate South Punjab province in Senate
PPP Senator Rana Mahmoodul Hassan called for a separate South Punjab province during the Senate budget debate, citing historical and administrative reasons. He demanded an industrial zone, high court, and a share in the National Finance Commission (NFC) award for the region. Other senators from PML-N and independent groups raised issues related to economic policies, solar energy, and governance.
- What’s eating Pakistan’s mangoes?
Pakistan's mango crops face significant damage due to fluctuating temperatures, erratic rainfall, and hailstorms, particularly affecting late-ripening varieties like Chaunsa and Anwar Ratol. Growers in Punjab report up to 40% crop loss, with export market uncertainty exacerbating concerns.