LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Sardar Usman Buzdar inaugurated the Insaf Imdad Programme during his visit to Nankana Sahib district on Monday where he also inspected the aid distribution in Government MC Girls School.
Speaking on the occasion the CM told that Rs12,000 each will be given to 2.5 million needy families, ading that no one can challenge the transparency of the programme which is solely meant for the needy.
“The Punjab government will not leave impoverished families affected due to the lockdown alone,” he said.
He said that the government is selflessly serving the people while rising above petty politics as there isn’t any time for it. “Those who are busy in politicising the coronavirus pandemic have disappointed the people,” he added.
Later, while inspecting a 100-beds corona field hospital set up in a gymnasium in the area, he said that field hospitals have also been set up in Sangla Hill and Shah Kot, each having 30-beds capacity.
“Four ventilators are also provided and anti-coronavirus activities are being directly supervised by me,” the CM added.
He appreciated the work done by the Nankana Sahib DC and his team to counter the onslaught of coronavirus and directed them to work with more zeal.
Speaking about the reopening of specific businesses, shops, and industrial units, the CM said everybody mst follow government devised SOPs.
“Legal action will be initiated in case of any violation,” he warned.
Towards the end of his visit, the CM expressed displeasure over the dilapidated condition of roads and directed to complete construction work of Syedwala road within 15 days, adding that no leniency will be tolerated as the timely completion of development projects must be ensured at all costs.
