There have been some worrying claims circulating lately that the government has pulled the plug on fundraising for the new Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital in Karachi
In an era of fast moving headlines it is easy for old news to find a second life However the SKMCH administration has officially stepped in to clarify the situation and the news is much better than the rumors suggest
Clearing Up the Confusion
The hospital confirmed on Sunday that the notification being shared across various platforms and news outlets is actually from December 2023
Here is the context you need
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A Throwback to 2023 The document currently being shared refers to a specific gala dinner that was planned for December 29 2023
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No Current Halt There has been no recent withdrawal of permissions Fundraising and construction have been moving forward steadily since that time
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The Reality These reports appear to be a misunderstanding of a past administrative hurdle that has long since been addressed
Construction Update Karachi is Coming Soon
For those wondering how the actual building is coming along the news is incredibly encouraging The hospital is not just a plan on paper it is becoming a reality
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70 Percent Complete The nuclear medicine facility is already mostly finished
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Opening Date The hospital is officially on track to open its doors in December 2026
The SKMCH administration shared in a statement that they appreciate the concern shown by supporters and that their mission to fight cancer continues with the trust and generosity of the people
Why This Matters
The Shaukat Khanum legacy in Lahore and Peshawar has already proven that world class healthcare should not be a luxury By providing free treatment to thousands of patients who could not otherwise afford it these centers have become a symbol of hope
The Karachi facility will be a massive step forward in expanding that reach The next time you see a breaking report about a cancelled NOC you can rest easy knowing that SKMCH is still on its mission and is not slowing down
