State Minister says will work with REHAB in developing modern, pro-people housing sector

The government will work with REHAB, the apex trade body for real estate companies, in building a modern, sustainable, affordable and people-friendly housing sector in the country, said State Minister for Housing and Public Works Zakaria Taher Shuman.

The state minister made the remark during a courtesy meeting with REHAB leaders at the ministry office in the Secretariat on Tuesday.

Zakaria particularly stressed extending the government’s policy support to the sectoral companies for ensuring affordable and sustainable housing solutions for the common people.

REHAB President Ali Afzal called for long-term policy support, and increasing easy loans for advancing the sector in the desired manner.

He highlighted that despite playing a vital role in the national economy, the sector currently faces numerous policy hurdles, high construction costs and shortages in financial options.

He should effective remedial measures from the government to accelerate the sector’s activities, and to make housing options affordable.