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Saturday December 21, 2024

Maryam orders removal of encroachments from Rawalpindi

Punjab CM directs district administrations to develop green belts around underpasses and under overhead bridges

By Our Correspondent
December 21, 2024
Punjab’s Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz can be seen in Punjab Assembly on February 23, 2024. — Facebook/Maryam Nawaz Sharif
Punjab’s Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz can be seen in Punjab Assembly on February 23, 2024. — Facebook/Maryam Nawaz Sharif

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz chaired a special meeting for a detailed briefing on the performance of Rawalpindi Division as per key performance

The authorities concerned presented her a report in the matter. She congratulated the commissioners of Sargodha and Rawalpindi divisions for their good performance on ground.

She directed the district administrations to develop green belts around underpasses and under overhead bridges in all major cities. She also directed them to beautify the overhead bridges and underpasses in all cities including Lahore and Rawalpindi.

Maryam Nawaz directed to install cat eyes along with Zebra crossing on roads in front of educational institutions. She also directed them to effectively improve monitoring of the ongoing development projects. She said,”Install plastic covers on manholes, and continuously monitor the cleanliness and prices of essential commodities.”

Madam chief minister directed the officials to remove encroachments on permanent basis. She said, ”People should see a clear difference in the improvement of governance.” She added, ”Bring improvements in public affairs every day, and special attention should be paid to the beautification of cities.” She highlighted, ”The number of model cart markets should be increased in big cities.”

Maryam Nawaz said, ”Potholes should not be seen on roads in cities and neighborhoods.” She added, ”The process of cleaning the drains in Murree should be carried on continuously.” She underscored, ”Welcome signboards in Murree should be installed at the entrances to the city.”

She said, ”Significant steps should be taken for the beautification of Rawalpindi city.” Deputy Commissioners of Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Murree and Chakwal presented her with reports as per the KPIs. She appreciated the establishment of an excellent library in Chakwal DPS, and the construction of a historical monument of World War I in Chakwal city. She also congratulated Deputy Commissioner Murree on building autism classrooms in Murree Special Education School.

In her message on International Day of Human Solidarity, she said “Establishment of solidarity, compassion and equality is the foundation of a better and peaceful society.” She said, ”Only through human solidarity can poverty, injustice and social inequality be eliminated.”

she said, ”The Punjab government is following the principles of humanitarian service.” ”All policies and projects of the Punjab government are dedicated to serving humanity and the welfare of the weaker sections.” She highlighted, ”We are promoting the principles of solidarity, brotherhood and social justice by including every segment of society in the development stream,” she added.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz congratulated the Pakistan Cricket Team on their brilliant victory in the ODI series against South Africa, calling it “a moment of joy and pride for the entire nation.” “The determination, hard work, and unity displayed by Team Green are truly commendable,” she said.

The chief minister expressed hope that the national cricket team would “continue its winning streak” in the future.