LAHORE - The caretaker Punjab government has successfully revitalised another stalled welfare project, completing the construction of 245 houses under the low-cost housing scheme in Raiwind.
These affordable homes are slated to be handed over to deserving government employees on January 15, following special directives of Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
CM Naqvi inspected the newly constructed houses in Rakhpaji, Raiwind, thoroughly assessing the provided facilities. He ordered for taking immediate steps so that the government employees could reside in these houses. He also emphasised timely completion of sewerage and drainage facilities along with the redress of any outstanding issues related to house allotment.
The FWO (Frontier Works Organisation) officials briefed the CM about the scheme.
CM reviews upgradation work at Services Hospital
Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi conducted a comprehensive inspection of the ongoing construction activities at Services Hospital and reviewed progress made in enhancing hospital’s infrastructure.
The CM directed the managing director WASA to lay a new drainage line, adding that the hospital’s drainage system would be changed by laying new pipes along with the construction of a pumping station for efficient water drainage. He also inspected the construction work in various sections, underscoring the importance of maintaining high-quality standards in the upgradation process. He engaged with the labourers, encouraging them to exert extra effort. The CM commended another labourer who replied that their shift ends at 2 am.
Naqvi visits Ganga Ram Hospital, expresses dismay
Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi made a surprise visit to Ganga Ram Hospital on Wednesday where he found cleanliness arrangements inadequate.
There were piles of filth and dirt in the washrooms. Patients and their attendants complained about being charged for surgeries in the hospital. A female patient also complained about having to procure medicines from outside.
