PM commends minister, team as NHA revenue jumps 63pc to Rs109b

• Premier Shehbaz lauds Abdul Aleem Khan, team for boosting National Highway Authority performance

• Revenue rises from Rs66.8b in 2024 to Rs109b in FY2025 through improved toll collection, PM told

• M-Tag usage surges from 20pc to 81pc on motorways, with axle load compliance reaches 90pc on highways, 95pc on motorways

• Air ambulance service to be launched on motorways this year; Rescue 1122 available at all interchanges

 ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday appreciated Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan and his team for achieving a 63 percent increase in the revenue of the National Highway Authority (NHA), along with the effective implementation of safety measures on motorways and highways, improvement in service areas and other key initiatives, state media reported.

The prime minister expressed these views while chairing a meeting to review the performance of the National Highway Authority, said a statement issued from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a review meeting regarding NHA. pic.twitter.com/xkvxCfmo8w

— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) March 5, 2026

During the briefing, the prime minister was informed that NHA’s revenue increased from Rs66.8 billion in 2024 to Rs109 billion in the fiscal year 2025, marking a 63 per cent rise. The meeting was told that the significant increase in revenue was achieved through improved toll tax collection and other measures implemented on the prime minister’s directives.

وزیرِ اعظم محمد شہباز شریف کی زیر صدارت نیشنل ہائی وے اتھارٹی (NHA) کی کارکردگی پر جائزہ اجلاس

اجلاس کو بتایا گیا کہ 2024 کی نسبت 2025 میں موٹر ویز پر ایم ٹیگ کی تعداد 20 فیصد سے بڑھ کر 81 فیصد ہو گئی۔ ہائی ویز اور موٹر ویز پر ایکسل لوڈ کی پابندی کی شرح بھی بالترتیب 90 اور 95… pic.twitter.com/GYFO8Xx1jA

— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) March 5, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that the open and transparent auction of NHA toll plazas was a commendable step and directed the authorities to ensure the highest standards of quality in the repair and maintenance of motorways.

The meeting was further informed that the use of M-Tag on motorways rose from 20 per cent in 2024 to 81 per cent in 2025, reflecting improved digital tolling compliance.

Participants were told that compliance with axle load limits had reached 90 per cent on highways and 95 per cent on motorways, which has helped reduce accidents, lessen pressure on road infrastructure and extend the lifespan of highways.

وزیراعظم محمد شہباز شریف کی زیرِ صدارت نیشنل ہائی وے اتھارٹی (NHA) کی کارکردگی پر جائزہ اجلاس

وزیراعظم کی وزیرِ مواصلات اور ان کی ٹیم کی کاوشوں کی تعریف اور جاری منصوبوں کو معینہ مدت میں مکمل کرنے کی ہدایت

اجلاس کو این ایچ اے کی کارکردگی پر تفصیلی بریفنگ کے دوران بتایا گیا کہ… pic.twitter.com/feOjrDhVeE

— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) March 5, 2026

The briefing also highlighted that, alongside the upgradation of existing service areas on motorways, new service areas are also being developed along national highways to improve facilities for commuters.

The meeting was told that an air ambulance service will be launched on motorways during the current year, while Rescue 1122 services remain available round the clock at all motorway interchanges.

It was further informed that the upgradation of the Lyari Expressway, Thokar Niaz Baig (N-5), and the Islamabad–Murree Expressway has been completed through the NHA’s own budget.

The prime minister appreciated the efforts of the communications minister and his team and directed that all ongoing projects be completed within the stipulated timeframe.

The meeting was attended by Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal, Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan, Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema and other senior government officials.

KP governor calls on PM

Meanwhile, Faisal Karim Kundi, Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and discussed matters of mutual interest.

According to a press release issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, the overall political situation in the country and matters relating to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa came under discussion during the meeting.

Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad. pic.twitter.com/262ClPNN6a

— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) March 5, 2026

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousuf and Adviser to the Prime Minister Rana Sanaullah were also present on the occasion.