Of the Rs16.79 billion allocated to 22 federal projects in Gwadar for 2025-26, Rs5.36 billion had been spent by mid-April 2026, according to APP, which cited official documents. The gap between what is allocated and what is used is a better test of a headline than the allocation itself.
The Totals
APP reported on 16 April 2026, citing documents from Wealth Pakistan, that 22 development projects in Gwadar had a combined cost of Rs184.2 billion. The federal government allocated Rs16.79 billion to them for the 2025-26 fiscal year, and Rs5.36 billion had been spent so far. The projects cover infrastructure, energy, maritime, education and social sectors, at various stages.
The Largest Projects
The New Gwadar International Airport is the biggest, with an approved cost of Rs54.98 billion. APP reported Rs42.72 billion spent up to June 2025, leaving Rs12.26 billion still to be funded. For 2025-26 it received an allocation of Rs4 billion, of which Rs3.43 billion was released and Rs2.34 billion used by 30 March. The Gwadar to Ratodero Road (M-8) had Rs32.89 billion spent up to June 2025 and Rs5.13 billion still to be funded. Its Rs3 billion allocation had used Rs592 million by the end of March 2026.
Faster and Slower Projects
The Gwadar Safe City Project, approved in April 2025 at Rs2.48 billion, received Rs1.5 billion, and Rs1.02 billion was released and fully used. Land acquisition of 750 acres at Grandani Janubi under the master plan, costing Rs3.92 billion, had Rs390 million used of its Rs507 million allocation. The Rs11.20 billion fresh water treatment and supply project received Rs471 million, and Rs142 million was released and used. At the slow end, land acquisition for the Gwadar to Jacobabad rail link, costing Rs15.59 billion, had an allocation of Rs10 million and Rs3 million used. The Rs25 billion Gwadar Development Authority business plan had Rs75 million released and used from a Rs250 million allocation.
How to Read These Figures
Spending shows that work was paid for, and a large project with low use is moving slowly. These figures run to 30 March 2026, so later numbers will differ. For a buyer, the point is to ask whether a project has money released and work on the ground before you pay a premium for it. Our guide to Gwadar in the 2026-27 budget covers the next year’s allocations, and property near Gwadar International Airport applies the same test to the airport.
Related Guides
For more context, read Gwadar Port in 2026, the Gwadar master plan and the CPEC timeline. To talk to a Gwadar office, see our property dealer in Gwadar page.
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Sources: APP (16 April 2026), citing Wealth Pakistan and official documents. Project status and figures change, so confirm the current position with the relevant authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much was spent on Gwadar projects in 2025-26?
APP reported on 16 April 2026 that Rs5.36 billion had been spent on 22 projects, against an allocation of Rs16.79 billion for the year.
What is the approved cost of the New Gwadar International Airport?
APP reported an approved cost of Rs54.98 billion, with Rs42.72 billion spent up to June 2025.
How much of the Gwadar to Ratodero Road allocation was used?
APP reported Rs592 million used by the end of March 2026 from a Rs3 billion allocation for 2025-26.
Does project spending mean Gwadar property prices will rise?
Not automatically. Spending shows work was paid for, but prices depend on many factors. Check recent completed transfers in the block, not asking prices.
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