CM Approves Land Transfer for SIUT in Larkana
The Sindh government is moving forward with a plan to expand healthcare facilities in Larkana. The Sindh Chief Minister, Syed Murad Ali Shah, has given the green light to transfer land to the Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplant (SIUT) in Larkana to facilitate the construction of a new hospital. SindhNews.com reports that this decision signals a significant step towards improving healthcare access in the region.
The proposal to transfer land was initiated by the Department of Agriculture, Supply, and Prices on November 6, 2025. In an official letter addressed to the Secretary of the Land Utilization Department and the Board of Revenue, the department detailed the request for land transfer to build a 200-bed SIUT hospital equipped with modern facilities. Sources familiar with the proposal said officials are working to overcome bureaucratic hurdles.
Following Court Orders
This decision complies with an earlier order by the Sindh High Court’s circuit court in Larkana, issued on October 10, 2025. The court case, filed by Safdar Ali, called for the immediate allocation of land to SIUT.
The court directed the Department of Agriculture to notify the land surrender to SIUT within seven days. The Land Utilization Department was then instructed to allocate the land to SIUT within fifteen days and to submit a completion report.
The petitioner mentioned the Sindh government had allocated Rs 4.5 billion in its budget for this hospital project. The constitutional bench at Sindh High Court, circuit court, Larkana, passed order on Oct 10, asking the department of agriculture to issue notification of surrendering the identified land to the SIUT within seven days.
By approving the summary, CM Syed Murad Ali Shah directed the Land Utilization department to proceed with the matter, adhering to the outlined procedures including review by relevant committees and the provincial cabinet.
The SIUT hospital promises to bring advanced medical care to the region.
Progress and Future Impact
SindhNews.com understands the transfer process is expected to be completed expeditiously. The CM’s approval marks a turning point in the project, fulfilling the court’s directives and showing commitment to enhancing health infrastructure in Larkana. This hospital promises to bring advanced medical care to the region, benefiting the local population.
Conclusion:
The Sindh government’s approval of the land transfer for the SIUT hospital in Larkana is a positive development. It demonstrates a commitment to improving healthcare services and fulfilling the court’s directives. The new hospital is expected to significantly enhance access to quality medical care for the residents of Larkana and surrounding areas.