Gilani releases 6 billion rupees for development works in Balochistan
17 Aug 2008, 2120 Hrs

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Islamabad, Aug 17 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Sunday released Rs. six billion for Balochistan province to meet development works in the region.

Balochistan Chief Minister Aslam Raisani and his cabinet members visited Gilani and discussed the economic condition, development works and law and order in the province.

Raisani apprised Gilani about the financial difficulties being faced by Balochistan.

Following which Gilani ordered the immediate release of Rs. six billion as financial aid to the province.

According to The News, the aid consists of Rs. three billion from special grant of the Prime Minister while the rest as royalty income. (ANI)