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The National Highway Authority (NHA) successfully held a public auction for 68 toll plazas spread across Pakistan. The auction took place at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad, attracting a significant number of investors eager to participate in the leasing of toll collection rights.
Auction Process Guided by Federal Minister Abdul Aleem Khan’s Directives
Starting at 10:30 a.m., the auction was conducted with full transparency, adhering to special instructions from Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan. The minister praised the NHA officials for executing the process efficiently, emphasizing that the initiative aims to provide equitable business opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs.
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Media Presence and Publicity Campaign Ensure Transparency
To uphold transparency, representatives from both print and electronic media were invited to monitor the proceedings. Prior to the event, NHA launched an extensive publicity campaign to inform stakeholders and the public, reinforcing the authority’s commitment to an open and fair bidding process.
Key Toll Plazas Auctioned Across Major Regions
Among the 68 toll plazas auctioned were key locations such as:
- Jamshoro
- Saeedabad
- Moro
- Kandiaro
- Ranipur
- Sadiqabad
- Bahawalpur
- Khanewal
- Kalashah Kaku
- Gujranwala
- Jehlum
- Mandra
- Karachi Northern Bypass
- Nowshera
- Mansehra
- Hassanabdal
- Makran Coastal Highway
and several others, covering vital national highways and economic corridors.
Public Auction Model Expected to Boost Revenue and Transparency
Officials highlighted that transitioning to a public auction model for toll plaza leasing will enhance revenue generation and promote transparent management of toll collection rights. This approach is expected to streamline operations on Pakistan’s highways and contribute to the development of the country’s transport infrastructure.
