Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, chaired a progress review meeting on the Jinnah Medical Complex and Research Center project here in Islamabad on Tuesday. Following the Prime Minister's instructions, the Minister for Planning, the Ministry of Finance, and the Chairman of CDA were tasked with consulting the Chairman of EOBI to explore the possibility of involving EOBI in the commercial aspect of the JMC project under mutually agreed terms and conditions. During the meeting, a detailed briefing was provided regarding the implementation of directives issued in the previous meetings as well. It was informed that the master plan and PC-II for the project have already been approved. The Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations, and Coordination (MoNHSRC) has reported that an initial consultation with the Chairman of EOBI has taken place, where both parties mutually agreed to first conduct a feasibility study of the Jinnah Medical Complex (JMC) project. Following the study, a proposal will be developed for EOBI’s consideration regarding investment in real estate and its involvement in the commercial aspect of JMC under mutually agreed terms and conditions. The Aga Khan University (AKU) consultants will assist the CDA in selecting local consultants for detailed design and construction supervision. The CDA has already floated an Expression of Interest (EOI) for hiring local consultants, with the final submission underway. The consultants will be responsible for preparing detailed engineering designs, the Bill of Quantities (BOQ), project supervision, and quality control. Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal has directed CDA officials to ensure the consultants’ work meets international standards, stressing that there should be no compromise on quality. The Minister further directed that the designs for the Jinnah Medical Complex should be finalized at the earliest, ensuring the project aligns with modern standards and emerges as a "state-of-the-art" facility. Ahsan Iqbal highlighted that the Prime Minister has given clear instructions to include EOBI in the project’s investment plan to maximize financial benefits. He further added that this initiative represents a revolutionary step in the health sector, aiming to provide top-notch medical facilities to the public while serving as a significant milestone in research and development.
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