CM criticises Punjab for opening TP Link Canal when Sindh faces 50% water shortage

CM criticises Punjab for opening TP Link Canal when Sindh faces 50% water shortage

Murad criticises Punjab for opening TP Link Canal when Sindh faces 50% water shortage

CM inaugurates Comprehensive Cancer Centre at Dow university

KARACHI (April 16):  Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah strongly criticised the Punjab government for opening the TP Link Canal, which Sindh has already objected to.

“We are currently facing a 50 per cent shortage of water. In such a situation, opening the TP Link Canal was irresponsible,” he stated.

Mr Shah said that Punjab is weakening its own case, while ours is getting stronger. “We will not rest until there is a formal announcement to shut down the canal projects,” he said.

This he said while talking to media at Dow University of Health Sciences where he inaugurated the Comprehensive Cancer Center, Girls Hostel and addressed the inauguration ceremony. The gathering was attended by Chairman HEC, Sindh Professor Tariq Rafi, VC Dow University Dr Saeed Qureshi, medical professionals, provincial secretaries, government officials and others.

Comprehensive cancer centre: He said, “Today is a historic day for the people of Sindh. This cancer center will greatly benefit patients suffering from this life-threatening disease.”

He announced the installation of three more advanced machines at the facility and appealed to philanthropists and the private sector to step forward and support this noble cause.

Addressing the gathering, the CM said that the centre is set to transform cancer care in the province by providing cutting-edge, affordable treatment to patients throughout the region.

The chief minister described the inauguration of the Comprehensive Cancer Centre as a proud and historic moment for the people of Sindh. He highlighted that the new facility is not merely a medical institution but a symbol of hope, innovation, and resilience.

“This centre is a beacon for families fighting cancer,” said the CM. He added that It signifies our commitment to making world-class healthcare available to all, especially the underserved.

The path to this milestone began with establishing Pakistan's first public sector Gamma Knife Radiosurgery Unit in 2021. The foundation stone for the cancer centre was laid in 2022, and within a brief timeframe, the vision has been realised.

Equipped with state- of- the- art departments in Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, and Nuclear Medicine Theranostics, the centre also features advanced research and teaching facilities. This integration of treatment, education, and research positions it as one of the most comprehensive cancer institutions in the country.

Murad Shah also paid tribute to Prof. Dr Saeed Quraishy, Vice Chancellor of DUHS, and his committed team for their unwavering efforts. “This achievement is a testament to what can be achieved when leadership, expertise, and vision come together,” he stated.

The Comprehensive Cancer Centre aims not only to deliver lifesaving treatments but also to raise awareness and promote early detection through sustainable outreach and education programs.

As the ceremony concluded, the Chief Minister officially declared the centre open, urging all stakeholders to collaborate in the ongoing mission to ensure a healthier and brighter future for the people of Sindh.