The Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services in Pakistan has recommended a shift away from the population-based formula for the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award, arguing that it discourages population control efforts and hampers long-term planning. According to Profit by Pakistan Today, the committee, chaired by Senator Amir Waliuddin Chishti, discussed the National Population and Reproductive Health Bill, 2026, and highlighted that rapid population growth is outpacing job creation and public sector capacity. The committee called for a uniform national policy to address these challenges, noting that the Federal Task Force on Population, formed in 2021, is no longer functional. Tribune Latest also reported on the committee's concerns, emphasizing the pressure on jobs, public services, and health indicators due to unchecked population growth. The committee's discussions included issues like the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) and the allocation of development funds, reflecting broader systemic challenges in the health sector.