ISLAMABAD, April 2 (ABC): The Cabinet Division has proposed a Rs10 billion increase in funding for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Achievement Programme, raising the total allocation to Rs80 billion for FY2026-27.
According to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the estimated expenditure for FY2025-26 stands at Rs70 billion. The proposed allocation for the next fiscal year is therefore Rs10 billion higher than the current level.
The total approved cost of the programme is Rs70 billion. Actual spending reached Rs63.98 billion by June 30, 2025, showing strong utilisation of allocated funds.
The documents state that the Steering Committee on SAP recommends fund releases. Relevant federal ministries and provincial governments then utilise these funds through their executing agencies, in line with approved programme guidelines.
The government approved the programme on January 22, 2019. Since then, federal and provincial authorities have implemented it under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) framework.
The SDGs Achievement Programme supports key development priorities across Pakistan. It focuses on poverty reduction, education, healthcare access, gender equality, and environmental sustainability. In addition, it targets underserved and marginalised communities.
The programme funds small-scale but high-impact projects. These initiatives help improve living standards, strengthen service delivery, and expand access to basic facilities. They also create livelihood opportunities at the community level.
The proposed increase to Rs80 billion reflects the government’s plan to expand ongoing initiatives and widen the programme’s reach.