CM asks medics to improve healthcare

LAHORE: Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi underscored the government's relentless efforts for the enhancement of the health sector, emphasising that serving humanity during challenging times is a form of worship. 

He urged the medical professionals to take ownership of the upgraded hospitals and continue their dedication to the betterment of healthcare.

A six-member delegation from the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP), including Prof Khalid Masood Gondal, Mahmood Ayaz, Amer Zaman Khan, Abrar Ashraf, Muhammad Tayyab and Mustafa Arain called on the chief minister at his office. The delegation highlighted issues concerning the KSK campus of King Edward Medical University and extended an invitation to attend an upcoming international medical education conference. The CM assured of the government's dedication to resolving the matters.

Former LCCI presidents call on CM

Former LCCI presidents, including Nauman Kabir, Sohail Lashari, Mahmood Ghaznavi and Kh Shahzad Nasir called on the chief minister at his office and apprised him of the issues facing the business community. Assuring prompt resolution of their issues, the CM emphasised the establishment of business facilitation centres in various cities to enhance business activities.

He underscored the importance of expeditiously issuing NOCs within a two-week timeframe, streamlining the process to improve the overall ease of doing business.

The CM highlighted the convenience of having a single platform where over 100 NOCs can be obtained, incorporating both federal and provincial department counters. The delegation praised the CM, Provincial Minister SM Tanvir and their team members for implementing impactful reforms that benefit the business community. Provincial Minister SM Tanvir was also present.

Opens Holy Family Hospital block in Pindi

The chief minister inaugurated old block of the Holy Family Hospital in Rawalpindi after its upgradation.

The CM inspected the Gynae, Operation Theatre and the Blood Bank.

While talking to the media, the CM apprised that the Punjab government was going to establish a new PKLI in Rawalpindi. Mohsin Naqvi said that the Ring Road project would be completed between the mid of August to October. We are making Rawalpindi Mall Road Signal-free.

An advertisement was issued for the balloting of plots for the journalist community. Whosoever qualifies will be allotted a plot. No raids are being conducted except for the wanted absconders involved in the 9th May incidents.

If someone has any complaint with regard to the general elections he should submit it to the ECP. We will redress it by maintaining its follow-up.

Later, the CM inaugurated PKLI Institute in Rawalpindi and the upgraded OPD Block of Benazir Bhutto Hospital.