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Title AN INVESTIGATION OF MAJOR FACTORS LEADING TO TIME AND COST OVERRUNS OF PUBLIC SECTOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN PAKISTAN

Author(s) Iqra Tariq

Abstract Public sector infrastructure projects in Pakistan often suffer from time & cost overruns which undermine their development impact. This study explores the primary factors, which contribute to overruns within Pakistan's Public Sector’s infrastructure projects. It provides localized insights into the challenges that impede timely & cost-effective project implementation, which addresses a notable research gap. Using a qualitative approach, the data was collected through in-depth semi-structured interviews with stakeholders involved in PSDP project planning, implementation, and monitoring. Thematic analysis reveals several factors including improper financial planning, gaps in physical planning, human resource limitations, governance inefficiencies and external factors such as security risks and natural disasters. The findings highlight a cyclical relationship that delays results in cost escalation, which in turn further delay project completion. To mitigate these issues, the study recommends detailed project feasibility, proper financial planning, risk management frameworks, improved governance mechanism and capacity building of project staff. It also emphasizes the need for stakeholders’ engagement, policy alignment and digitization of project management processes. Through localized insights, the aim to enhance the efficiency of public investments in Pakistan’s infrastructure sector.

Type Thesis/Dissertation MS

Faculty Management Sciences

Department Governance and Public Policy

Language English

Publication Date 2025-06-30

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