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30/06/24

On the special direction of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif, registration process of 'Dastak' representatives has been launched. Opportunities for acquiring dignified employments for lacs of youths across Punjab will be generated with the launching of this laudable step for the public facilitation.

CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif said," We will gradually expand the scope of 'Maryam Ki Dastak Program' to all the districts. A working has been started with regard to gradually increasing the services of 'Maryam Ki Dastak Program' from 10 to 65. The people will be provided all the services at their homes instead of frequently visiting various offices."

She added," 'Dastak Program' will not only provide services to the people by sitting at their homes but will also eliminate corruption and exploitation."

The Chief Minister said, "Punjab has stepped into the revolutionary era of digitilisation and we will introduce further positive and highly useful changes. We are bringing alot of ease among the lives of the people with the help information technology and artificial intelligence."

She added," Lacs of youth representatives will render their services as a facilitator in the 'Maryam Ki Dastak Program.' The youths can earn thousands of rupees with dignity with the provision of 'Dastak' services. Original CNIC, minimum 18 years age, intermediate as a minimum education and mobile phone along with an internet are essential to meet the eligibility criteria for becoming 'Dastak' representatives."

The CM said," A clearance certificate from the relevant police station, a personal motorcycle and holding a valid license will be mandatory to meet the eligibility criteria for being a 'Dastak' representative. The 'Dastak' representatives on being selected on merit will also be imparted training."

29/06/24

On the special directions of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif,  WASA remained proactive across the city of Lahore. Commissioner Lahore Zaid Bin Maqsood and DG LDA Tahir Farooq along with MD WASA Ghufran Ahmad paid numerous visits across the city. They inspected catchment areas, Kartaba Chowk, Lakshmi Chowk, important boulevards and various underpasses across the city. Commissioner Lahore Zaid Bin Maqssod directed to undertake prompt measures to clear all side ponding points of all boulevards along with undertaking special measures for water drainage from the catchment areas Commissioner Lahore directed to check all the heavy machinery and equipment along with putting them on stand by. He also directed the people to take precautionary measures during rainfall. DG LDA lauded preparations being made on the monsoon camps. DG LDA issued directions to make all the dosposal station screens neat and clean before further rainfall.

28/06/24

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has ordered strict monitoring of flour prices across the province. All the deputy commissioners, assistant commissioners and price control magistrates have been directed to conduct field operations. Provincial Food Minister Bilal Yasin said that the Food Department is improving the market supply of flour and wheat. Instructions have been issued to take immediate action against artificial shortages or price hikes. Despite ample stocks of flour and wheat, attempts to increase prices are unnatural. Flour mills have been instructed to speed up the grinding process. The supply of flour has been increased in several districts, including the provincial capital. This increase in the supply of flour has led to a further decrease in prices, added the minister. The Provincial Minister for Food has directed the administration to remove all obstacles in providing possible relief to the people.

28/06/24

“Start free home delivery of goods from model markets,” Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif directed the authorities concerned. She said,”Ensure sale of vegetables and fruits in model markets below the fixed price.” She directed to launch a mobile app, and issue guidelines for online ordering of goods from model markets.

Madam Chief Minister said,”Model markets will be shifted to Green Punjab solar model.” She directed to ensure the sale of best fruits and vegetables in model markets. She added,”Continue monitoring weights and measures in model markets.”

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif said,”Model markets are for the common man, in any case a good thing should be found.”

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif apprised the visiting MNA,” Rs 35 billion have been allocated for the development of Lahore.” She said,”With full dedication and hard work, maximum relief is to be provided to the people of Punjab.”

Earlier, Madam Chief Minister was briefed in detail about the Model Bazaar project.

by Chairman Model Bazaar Management Company, Member National Assembly Muhammad Afzal Khokhar, who said,”With the efforts of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, there is a clear improvement in the governance.”

Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, Principal Secretary to CM Sajid Zafar Dal and other relevant officers were present.

27/06/24

In the past two months, over 31,000 complaints from women across Punjab, including Lahore, were received by the Virtual Women Police Station. Out of these cases, 20,808 have been resolved either through mutual reconciliation or other means.

The spokesperson for PSCA highlighted that women can confidentially and trustfully resolve their issues without disclosing their personal information such as name and address.

In addition to ongoing investigations in 4,085 cases with an emphasis on resolving 4,063 cases promptly; FIRs were filed in 2,052 cases based on women's complaints. These included domestic disputes, child abuse, harassment, sexual assault on women and other serious offenses.

The Virtual Women Police Station is providing daily guidance to women at all stages - from FIR registration to investigation and trial. Support is accessible through the 15 helpline; Women's Safety App live chat feature or video call feature.

This initiative aims to extend support to women in need while ensuring their privacy and security are maintained throughout the process.