For the first time in history, the Punjab Cabinet meeting was held in Rawalpindi. Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi presided over the 28th meeting of the provincial cabinet in the committee room of Commissioner Rawalpindi. In the meeting, a briefing was given about the ongoing development projects in Rawalpindi Division and the law and order situation.
During the meeting, a unanimous decision was reached to launch an extensive crackdown on criminal gangs and mafias operating within private housing schemes. Additionally, the Cabinet resolved to streamline the issuance of NOCs for businesses, ensuring a smoother process across various departments. Notably, plans were set into motion to establish a general hospital within the TB facility in Murree.
Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the expeditious completion of the Rawalpindi Ring Road project, emphasizing a commitment to high-quality standards. The Cabinet also gave its nod to commence the Kachahri Chowk remodeling project and received a comprehensive update on the Dodhocha Dam and Nala Lai projects. Funds were allocated for the rehabilitation of three stations of the Rawalpindi and Islamabad Metro Bus Service, which had suffered damage during the events of May 9.
Furthermore, the Safe City project in Rawalpindi received formal approval, the initiative is anticipated to have a substantial impact in curbing criminal activities. The implementation of the Hospital Management Information and Queue Management System in major healthcare facilities across Punjab was greenlit, with the allocation of necessary funds.
The appointment of Presiding Officers in District Consumer Courts in Bahawalnagar, Faisalabad, and Lahore was granted approval. The operationalization of the Cadet College in the Khanpur region of Rahim Yar Khan was also sanctioned.
The Cabinet extended its endorsement towards the upgradation and renovation of the Central Library in Bahawalpur. Additionally, a second amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of Punjab, Haran Foundation, and Houbara Foundation was ratified.
The nomination of members for the governing body of the Rawalpindi Development Authority was ratified. Similarly, the Cabinet approved the nomination of a Chairperson and Technical Experts for the Board of Koh-e-Sulaiman Development Authority.
Commissioner Rawalpindi provided the Cabinet with a detailed overview of the public welfare projects, while the Regional Police Officer (RPO) Rawalpindi briefed on the prevailing law and order situation. Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi underscored the importance of adhering to project timelines, ensuring timely delivery of public welfare initiatives.
Finally, the decisions made during the 7th meeting of the Cabinet Standing Committee on Legal Affairs and Privatization were endorsed. The session was attended by Provincial Ministers, Advisors, Chief Secretary, Inspector General of Police, Advocate General Punjab, and other pertinent officers.