Staff Reporter
LAHORE:Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan on Monday said that ensuring safe highways and modernising the motorway network were among the government’s top priorities, adding that the National Highways and Motorway Police (NH&MP) had a vital role in maintaining discipline and safety on the country’s roads.He was addressing the passing-out ceremony of the 12th Basic Recruit Course at the NH&MP Training College in Sheikhupura, where a total of 401 recruits, including 67 women, successfully completed their training.The minister congratulated the young officers, especially the women recruits, and said the day marked an important milestone in their professional lives. He also paid tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country and said their sacrifices would always be remembered.Abdul Aleem Khan said that strengthening national institutions required grooming youth in line with modern-day challenges and expressed hope that the newly inducted officers would perform their duties with dedication and commitment to serve the nation.
He said ensuring safe highways remained the core responsibility of the motorway police, adding that the government was taking multiple steps to improve road infrastructure and provide better travel facilities to the public.The minister said Rescue 1122 centres had been established on motorways while an air ambulance service was also being launched to improve emergency response for accidents and medical emergencies.
Highlighting the performance of the National Highway Authority (NHA), he said the authority had achieved significant financial stability during the past two years. He added that the NHA revenue had increased 63 per cent within one year, rising from Rs 66 billion to Rs 109 billion, and expressed hope that it would reach to Rs 135 billion by June 2026.
