Shah Abdul Latif University's (SALU) Finance & Planning Committee has recommended a budget of Rs4.58 billion for the financial year 2026-27, pending approval by the Syndicate. The decision was taken during the 45th FPC meeting chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr Yousuf Khushk.
Deficit Reduction Highlights Fiscal Discipline
Director Finance Qazi Nizamuddin informed the meeting that the deficit for 2026-27 has been reduced to Rs384.239 million, down from Rs886.654 million in 2025-26—a decrease of over 56%. This improvement was attributed to financial reforms, austerity measures, and enhanced revenue generation. He noted that in 2025-26, the university managed Rs4,105.657 million in grants and revenues against expenditures of Rs4,104.493 million.
Budgets for Campuses and Affiliated Institutions
The committee also recommended budgets for the Ghotki and Shahdadkot campuses, study centres, and Law College Naushero Feroze, ensuring financial planning across all university entities.
Vice Chancellor Emphasizes Impact on Students and Research
Speaking at the meeting, Dr Khushk said financial discipline aimed to “maximise the impact of every public rupee on students, research and academic quality.” He underscored the university's commitment to prudent resource management.
HEC Representatives Appreciate Transparency
HEC Islamabad nominee Samer Sibtain and Sindh HEC nominee Feroz Mahar appreciated the transparent budgeting process and offered suggestions for further strengthening fiscal sustainability. The meeting was attended by deans, directors, Registrar Muhammad Hassan Halepoto, and other officials.
