Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf on Thursday directed the National Highway Authority (NHA) to expedite the construction work road projects, especially those of economic importance.
Talking to NHA Chairman Javed Iqbal Awan who called on him at the Prime Minister House, the prime minister directed that quality of the roads be maintained and be at par with international standards.
He further said directions have already been given to
Ministry of Finance to release necessary funds for the communication projects so that the pace of work does not suffer.
The prime minister appreciated the efforts of National Highways Authority in rehabilitation of roads and bridges damaged by recent floods in Southern Punjab, Sindh and Balochistan.
