Pakistan, June 21 -- The National Assembly approved 88 demands for grants worth more than Rs4.3 trillion during a smooth budget session, where lawmakers passed all allocations without presenting any cut motions. The approvals reflect broad parliamentary agreement on federal spending priorities across defence, infrastructure, and key public service sectors.

In particular, lawmakers cleared seven major defence-related demands exceeding Rs3.0 trillion, highlighting continued focus on national security and defence production. Additionally, allocations for communications, education, and water resources were approved, ensuring funding for infrastructure development and essential public service delivery across the country.

Moreover, the commun...