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World Bank Rates Punjab Health Project Moderately Unsatisfactory

6/2/2025

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The World Bank has deemed Pakistan's Punjab Human Capital Investment Project (PHCIP) moderately unsatisfactory due to implementation delays. With a budget of $146.31 million, the initiative strives to improve health services and promote social inclusion. Despite setbacks, it has successfully registered over 1 million women and assisted 64,592 families, now set to complete by June 30, 2026.

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The World Bank has deemed Pakistan's Punjab Human Capital Investment Project (PHCIP) moderately unsatisfactory due to implementation delays. With a budget of $146.31 million, the initiative strives to improve health services and promote social inclusion. Despite setbacks, it has successfully registered over 1 million women and assisted 64,592 families, now set to complete by June 30, 2026.