ECC approves nearly Rs54bn TSG for Danish Education Trust

April 07, 2025 (MLN): The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet reviewed and approved a proposal from the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training for a Technical Supplementary Grant (TSG) of Rs54.5 billion to the Danish Education Trust.

The purpose of the grant is to provide high-quality higher education to underprivileged students, ensuring academic excellence nationwide.

This decision was made during a meeting chaired by the Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb.

The ECC approved a TSG amounting to Rs23.434bn (Rs23.20bn being the provincial share and Rs622.36 million being the federal share) for the Federal Directorate of Immunization to support the immunization of over 8 million children under two years of age against 12 vaccine-preventable diseases.

This initiative is part of Pakistan’s ongoing commitment to public health, according to the press release issued today.

The committee emphasized that, with the fourth quarter of the fiscal year underway, it would closely monitor and prioritize the allocation of future TSGs to ensure efficient utilization of government resources.

The ECC also approved a TSG of Rs9bn for the Finance Division to address grants, subsidies, and miscellaneous expenditures for the fiscal year 2024-25.

The cabinet approved a TSG of Rs 3.57bn to support the establishment of a 1,000-bed academic medical center, featuring centers of excellence, research, and education facilities, to be built by the Jinnah Medical Complex and Research Center Company in the capital.

A TSG of Rs1.06bn was approved for the timely completion of the ‘Transformation to National Forensic Agency’ project, ensuring it is completed by June 30, 2025.

The ECC granted Rs 264.8m in TSG for the maintenance and repair of government buildings, with funds allocated for buildings that have been shifted from the Pakistan Public Works Department (PAK-PWD) to the Capital Development Authority (CDA).

The CDA has been directed to ensure proper and optimal utilization of these funds.

A TSG of Rs 50m was approved for the National Commission for Human Rights, based on a proposal moved by the Ministry of Human Rights.

In conclusion, the ECC reiterated its commitment to advancing important public welfare projects, strengthening infrastructure, and supporting critical sectors, including health, education, and forensic services.

The committee expressed its focus on ensuring that these resources are utilized effectively for the benefit of the people of Pakistan.

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