PNN: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has expressed strong displeasure over delays in scholarships, gas supply to Sui, and slow progress in local recruitments, emphasizing that public interest remains the top priority and locals have the first right over their resources.
The remarks came during a meeting with Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) management and provincial officials to review progress on agreements signed between the government and the company. Bugti described it as unfortunate that residents of Sui Town are deprived of gas extracted from their own area and noted that women in the town are still forced to cook on firewood despite commitments made by PPL.
He termed delays in scholarships, the son quota, and local hiring especially objections in recruiting locals for well watchman positions unacceptable. Bugti warned that no new agreements would be signed until full implementation of the existing deal is ensured.
The Chief Minister directed authorities to immediately fill vacant posts under the son quota with local candidates and cautioned that alternative measures would be considered if tangible progress is not made within the stipulated timeline.
PPL officials assured the meeting that 80 percent of the gas supply work has been completed and pledged to resolve pending matters promptly to address public concerns.