Islamabad, : Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, chaired an important meeting to review progress on the Jinnah Medical Complex project. Key officials, including Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmad Bharath, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Health, Prof. Khalid Saeed Akhtar, Secretary National Health Services, Chairman CDA, and representatives from Bostan Consultants, attended the meeting.
A detailed presentation on the project’s Master Plan was given by Bostan Consultants, followed by a thorough discussion. The Committee approved the plan, and Prof. Ahsan Iqbal proposed renaming the project as the Jinnah Medical Research Center to reflect its focus on advanced medical research and healthcare.
The Minister emphasized the importance of modern designs, green building principles, and combining traditional construction methods with advanced techniques like precast structures to ensure top-quality construction.
The Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI) will finalize the project’s design by February 2025, with necessary approvals expected by April 2025. A special Project Management Unit (PMU) will oversee the work, led by a dedicated Project Director and supported by a skilled team. A specialized consultant will be hired to ensure smooth and timely completion of the project.
To make the facility more comprehensive, the Minister directed the inclusion of sports and recreational facilities for medical students, such as a gymnasium, sports ground, and tennis court. Separate entrances for emergency patients and ambulances will also enhance the facility’s efficiency.
Prof. Ahsan Iqbal stated that the Jinnah Medical Research Center will be a groundbreaking project, focusing on advanced medical education and research. It will set new standards in healthcare and infrastructure, benefiting the people of Pakistan and aligning with the government’s vision to improve healthcare and education for a better future.
