Larkana (HRNW): During his visit to a community center in Goth Bhawal Jat, Larkana, World Bank President Ajay Banga interacted with local women and expressed his gratitude to Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, stating that he had personally wanted to come and see the work being done for the rehabilitation of flood-affected communities.
Ajay Banga said that both of his parents were born in Pakistan before Partition, which is why visiting the country felt like returning home for him. He added that the purpose of his visit was to understand the ground realities and observe how people’s lives are improving through rehabilitation initiatives.
The World Bank President highlighted that in areas where women are being resettled, there are three key aspects that can be applied globally. First, women are being granted ownership rights to homes, which symbolize their freedom and autonomy. Second, women are gaining employment, earning income, supporting their families, and prioritizing their children’s education.
He remarked that it is often said that when a woman in a household is educated and empowered, she can uplift the entire family, and seeing empowered women in these communities gave him immense happiness.
Ajay Banga also appreciated the concept of opening bank accounts in women’s names alongside house construction, where funds are transferred directly to them, payments are made transparently, and laborers receive employment—thereby increasing economic activity. He referred to this process as “velocity” in the financial world, explaining that the faster the circulation of money, the greater the potential for development.
The World Bank President emphasized that the project is not limited to housing construction alone but aims to improve the overall quality of life of the people. He congratulated the women on their achievements and described the initiative as an important step toward a brighter and more empowered future.
