Pakistan, June 14 -- Leader of the Opposition in the Senate, Senator Syed Shibli Faraz, opened budget debate on Friday with a stark focus on current economic challenges, calling for urgent measures by the government in several vital areas.

Shibli Faraz highlighted the circular debt in the power sector, noting that it continues to burden the country's economy. He called for implementing structural reforms besides ensuring regular tariff adjustments in order to avert financial shortfalls and improve utility services.

The opposition leader,said that, "more funds should have also been allocated for dam construction in the Budget." He emphasized the role of new reservoirs in enhancing water security, boosting agricultural output, and support...