Published on, Aug. 26 -- August 26, 2025 3:14 PM

Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari clarified on Tuesday that the provincial government has not borrowed a single rupee from the State Bank of Pakistan, dismissing recent claims as false and misleading. She emphasized that these reports are based on misunderstanding and a lack of financial knowledge, creating confusion among the public and media.

Azma Bukhari explained that the reported Rs405 billion is not a loan but Punjab's investment in federal government T-bills. She said the investment is aimed at generating profit and should not be interpreted as borrowing. This demonstrates the province's strong financial management and surplus status.

The minister highlighted that Punjab is...