ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved a wide range of financial measures spanning education, energy, industry, and public administration, signaling the government’s focus on development and fiscal management. The committee also approved Rs. 59.624 million for expenditures related to Independence Day and Marqa-e-Haq 2025 celebrations, as proposed by the National Heritage and Culture Division. This allocation aims to support national commemorative events and cultural activities. The meeting, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb at the Finance Division, reviewed several proposals and granted key approvals.
Overall, the ECC sanctioned Technical Supplementary Grants (TSGs) amounting to approximately Rs. 3.01 billion to support multiple development and administrative initiatives.
Furthermore, the committee allocated Rs. 100 million for the construction of the Faiz Ahmad Faiz Complex to promote cultural and educational infrastructure. In addition, it approved Rs. 350 million for Danish School Kuri to meet operational needs and sustain academic activities following the start of classes.
In the industrial sector, the ECC endorsed the revival of National Steel Complex Limited by permitting gas supply for industrial operations and captive power generation at applicable tariffs, subject to availability. It also directed authorities to develop a uniform policy framework for similar approvals.
Meanwhile, in the power sector, the committee approved the uniform application of Use of System Charges under the Competitive Trading Bilateral Contract Market across all distribution companies, including K-Electric, to ensure a level playing field.
Separately, the ECC approved a Rs. 2.5 billion grant for the Directorate General Immigration & Passports to cover operational expenses during fiscal year 2025–26. Officials emphasized timely implementation and strict adherence to policy frameworks to ensure effective execution and fiscal discipline.
