Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori visited the Liaquatabad Furniture Market, where he was warmly welcomed by the president of the Furniture Market, Muhammad Owais Farooqui, and local citizens, who showered him with flower petals.
The shopkeepers for the market informed the governor about their challenges, particularly related to parking and electricity load-shedding. Governor Tessori assured the shopkeepers that their issues would be resolved, immediately instructing the deputy commission of District Central to address the parking problems.
During a media interaction after the visit, he highlighted the promising growth of Pakistan’s furniture industry in recent years. He noted that the Liaquatabad Furniture Market plays an essential role in the economy, with Pakistan exporting approximately $39 million worth of furniture in the fiscal year 2021.
The United States is the largest market for Pakistani furniture, accounting for around 39% of total exports, while countries in the Middle East, such as Qatar and the UAE, also have high demand for Pakistani furniture.
Tessori emphasized the significance of supporting businesses and addressing issues like parking and power shortages, stating, “Traders face a dilemma of whether to run their businesses or struggle with these problems.” He reiterated his commitment to improving the nation’s economy and providing employment opportunities, stating, “We have everything we need – resources.
Our military keeps our borders safe, but foreign adversaries don’t want to see us prosper. Our youth, like Shehzaib Rind, have defeated terrorists in Balochistan through their skills. I urge the 62% youth of our nation to keep working hard, as results will follow. We must become economically stable and move forward.”
Governor Tessori also expressed his optimism about Pakistan’s progress in the IT sector, stating, “Pakistan will make its mark in the IT field, and this province and city will soon be known as an IT hub.” He further announced a resolution of the Independent Power Producers (IPP) issue, stating that all IPPs will be revisited, leading to a reduction in electricity tariffs.
He concluded by saying, “This city and province belong to us, and we are its custodians. The doors of Governor House are always open to the public for the resolution of their issues.” He also announced a special quota for Liaquatabad’s youth in IT classes, aiming to empower the local population with better opportunities in the technology sector.