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27/03/24

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif chaired a review meeting of the Infrastructure Development Authority Punjab (IDAP).

CCO IDAP gave a detailed briefing on the functions and challenges of IDAP. He briefed the Chief Minister about various ongoing and upcoming projects projects of IDAP.

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif expressed her concern over the delay in the completion of Punjab Agriculture Food and Drug Authority (PAFDA) Complex. She directed to take measures to shift DHQ Mianwali to new building, besides completing Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cardiology Sargodha and Cancer Hospital Lahore within stipulated time.

Madam Chief Minister also directed to complete and operationalize Layyah and Bahawalnagar General Hospitals, and Nishtar II Hospital Multan at the earliest.

Madam Chief Minister said, “The credit for establishing an institution like Infrastructure Development Authority of Punjab (IDAP) goes to Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif.”

Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, Provincial Minister for Information and Culture Azma Zahid Bukhari, Provincial Minister for Communication and Works Soheb Ahmed Malik, Former Senator Pervaiz Rashid, MPA Sania Ashiq, Chief Secretary, Secretaries Finance, C&W, I&C, and other senior officers also attended the meeting.

27/03/24

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif directed to create a new department for anti-narcotics, while chairing a review meeting on Department of Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control. She also directed to clear the backlog of registration plates of motor vehicles.

Madam Chief Minister said, “All resourceful people who are not paying tax currently should be brought into the tax net.” She added,”Tax on houses needs to be rationalized.” Madam Chief Minister directed the authorities concerned to prepare an assessment report on the difference of property tax due to mismatch in the properties’ rental values and DC rates. She approved to set up a tax consultancy unit for proper evaluation of tax.

Earlier, Madam Chief Minister was briefed that 13 excise check posts will be established to prevent smuggling of goods and drugs. Moreover, the launch of e-stamped documents for e-registrations of vehicles will result in 12.5% increase in tax collection. The revival of opium factory and the review of pharmaceuticals will add a tax revenue of Rs 900 million. The authorities concerned also apprised the Chief Minister that Excise Department will start providing services through Dastak Program at people’s doorsteps. Excise Department will also work with Safe City Authority for the recovery of challans.

Former Senator Pervaiz Rashid, MPA Sania Ashiq, Chief Secretary, Secretaries Finance, Excise and other senior officers concerned attended the meeting.

26/03/24

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced to give 50,000 solar systems across Punjab under Chief Minister Roshan Gharana Program. She was chairing a review meeting on Solar home solution.

With the Budget outlay of Rs 12.6 billion, 50,000 protected consumers using 100 units monthly will be given solar systems through balloting in Phase-I. Gradually home based solar systems will be provided to other consumers of Punjab. A solar system will include advanced solar plate, inverter, battery and other allied accessories.

Madam Chief Minister directed to initiate immediate steps for the installation of one kilowatt solar systems. She also directed to bring in solar systems of the latest technology.

Provincial Information Minister Azma Zahid Bukhari, Former Senator Pervaiz Rashid, MPA Sania Ashiq, Chief Secretary, Chairman P&D, Secretaries Energy, Finance, Chief Executive Officer PPDCL, Managing Director PPDB and other relevant officers attended the meeting.

11/02/24

Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi paid a visit to the Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department located at the Birdwood Road and inaugurated FM Radio “Sehat Zindagi” by the health department. CM inspected the studios and various sections of the FM Radio “Sehat Zindagi”. Mohsin Naqvi recorded a message for the FM Radio Sehat Zindagi. He stated that launching of FM Radio “Sehat Zindagi” is an appreciable step of the Health department. The people can be provided awareness to prevent themselves from various diseases and undergo their treatment through the FM Radio “Sehat Zindagi”. CM stated that the specialists from various medical departments should be invited on the FM Radio “Sehat Zindagi” and the people should be provided awareness with regard to health issues and their cure. Mohsin Naqvi underscored that FM Radio “Sehat Zindagi” will prove to be a beneficial project in the health sector. CM maintained that the standard of radio industry has definitely declined but FM Radio is listened even today. The broadcast of FM Radio “Sehat Zindagi” can be listened within approximately 50 km range of Lahore. The Provincial Minister and Secretary for P&SHC deserve congratulations on the successful launching of FM Radio “Sehat Zindagi”. The Health department can make an effective awareness campaign through the platform of FM Radio “Sehat Zindagi”. Secretary Health despite having scarce resources has launched an excellent project. The FM Radio “Sehat Zindagi” has to only focus on the programs relating to the health sector. Mohsin Naqvi apprised that various hospitals have been upgraded in a short span of time while the upgradation of few other hospitals are in their final phases of completion. The hospitals which have not been upgraded yet, will be upgraded in the next phase. CM stated that we have provided non available facilities in the hospitals. We will arrange new operation theatres, MRI machines and other facilities in collaboration with the private sector. Mohsin Naqvi also inaugurated HRIMS, ORIM and HIDU. CM also inaugurated the van especially being prepared for the video link along with the coaster project. Provincial Minister for P&SHC Dr. Jamal Nasir, Chief Secretary, Secretary C&W, Secretary Health and concerned officials were also present on the occasion.

10/02/24

For the first time in the history of Pakistan, the latest ever Police Khidmat Markaz "Abshar" has been established for the citizens of Lahore at Shadman (Jail Road). Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi inaugurated the state of the art Police Khidmat Markaz "Abshar." CM visited the Khidmat Markaz and undertook a test drive by sitting in the Driving Simulator. Mohsin Naqvi inspected the counters being established for the facilitation of the general public at the Khidmat Markaz. He witnessed various sections of the Khidmat Markaz and reviewed facilities being provided for the citizens.CM also monitored the self-kiosk machine at the Khidmat Markaz and appreciated the excellent arrangements being made for the citizens besides commending IG Police and his team. CM apprised that two self kiosk machines have been installed at the Khidmat Markaz where the citizens can themselves inquire about the provision of facilities at the Khidmat Markaz. IG Police Doctor Usman Anwar gave a briefing about the Khidmat Markaz. CCPO Lahore, Secretary Health, DIG Operations, CTO and concerned officials were also present on the occasion.