"One of the largest integrated irrigation networks is available in Punjab and 2.82-megawatt electricity was being generated through this power project having annual production capacity of 21.67-gigawatt electricity units," the CM said, adding: "Rs 180 million earning is also expected from this project while around 10 megawatt electricity will also be generated through Marala Hydropower and Dek Outfall projects, which will be completed soon," he added.
The CM inspected various sections of the hydropower plant besides laying the foundation stone of new grain market. During this visit, Usman Buzdar also initiated the rehabilitation and expansion project of the 9.9-kilometre long road from Dillowala Pull to 46-EB and the 13.2-kilometre long road from Sanday Khan Road Rampura to the district limits of Okara.
The chief minister inaugurated expansion and rehabilitation of 8.6-kilometer long road project from Sahiwal-Pakpattan Road Pull Bahiwal to DM Road Pull Joriyan. He announced to dualise the 150-kilometre long Pakpattan-Vehari Road with an amount of Rs 22 billion. He also announced the construction of 10 kilometer long Pakpattan to Satluj River Road. Provincial ministers Akhtar Malik, Syed Samsam Bukhari, assembly members, PTI leaders and officials were present on the occasion.