In the midst of Pakistan’s ongoing economic struggles, the Sindh government has come under scrutiny for its decision to purchase 138 luxury vehicles designated for assistant commissioners.
According to a 24News, the government has allocated Rs1.99 billion for these double-cabin vehicles. Official sources confirm that Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah gave the green light to this purchase on September 2, 2024.
Following his approval, the Sindh Services and General Administration Department issued a directive to Finance Secretary Fayyaz Ahmed Jatoi to release the necessary funds to proceed with the procurement.
This move has sparked significant public debate, particularly as it comes at a time when the provincial government has been vocal about its financial difficulties.
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Critics argue that while the government claims to be grappling with economic challenges, it is simultaneously authorizing large expenditures for government officials.
Earlier this year, in April 2024, a similar decision by the Punjab government to purchase 37 bulletproof vehicles for the protection of Chinese engineers and officials involved in projects like the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) also faced public backlash.
These actions continue to fuel discussions about the prioritization of funds during a period of financial crisis in the country.​
