Federal Minister Abdul Aleem Khan has renewed his call for the creation of new provinces in Pakistan, suggesting that both Punjab and Sindh be divided into three administrative units each. He made these remarks during a workers’ convention in Faisalabad, emphasizing that smaller provinces would improve governance, resource management, and public service delivery.
Aleem Khan proposed that Sindh could be split into Central, Southern, and Northern regions. Similarly, he suggested that Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa could also be reorganized into three provinces each to ensure more effective administration. According to him, smaller administrative units allow governments to respond faster to local needs, reduce bureaucratic delays, and improve overall efficiency in public service delivery.
The minister also referred to neighboring countries as examples, noting that they have successfully implemented smaller administrative units to manage their populations and resources efficiently. He argued that Pakistan could adopt a similar model to tackle challenges in governance and development.
His proposal comes amid ongoing debates about administrative reforms in Pakistan. Advocates of smaller provinces argue that dividing larger provinces could help balance development, provide better representation, and reduce regional disparities. Critics, however, warn that creating new provinces may lead to political tensions, require constitutional amendments, and pose logistical challenges.
Aleem Khan stressed that the focus should be on enhancing administrative control, improving infrastructure, and ensuring equitable distribution of resources. His proposal has sparked discussions among policymakers, political leaders, and citizens about the future of Pakistan’s provincial structure and the best ways to strengthen governance at the local level.
This suggestion has reignited debates over administrative efficiency, development priorities, and the need for reforms to meet the growing demands of Pakistan’s population.
