Pakistan, June 10 -- The federal government has allocated Rs. 4.792 billion under the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) for the 2025-26 fiscal year to support 24 ongoing science and technology projects. These funds aim to strengthen Pakistan's scientific infrastructure and drive innovation in key sectors.

One of the major allocations is Rs. 850 million for PCSIR's Research, Development, and Innovation Program, reflecting the government's focus on industrial research and new technologies. This flagship initiative is designed to support product development, commercialization, and applied research across various scientific domains.

In addition, Rs. 380 million has been set aside for facilities related to medicinal and industrial can...