Category: Lahore

Lahore: In connection with Youm-e-Shahadat-e-Ali (RA) observance, stringent security arrangements have been made by the Punjab Safe Cities Authority.

According to details, surveillance of Youm-e-Ali (RA) processions is being carried out through modern artificial intelligence-based cameras in the Safe City. The monitoring of all routes of Majalis and Azadari processions is ensured through Safe City cameras. Virtual patrolling officers and technical teams at the Safe City Headquarters are performing 24-hour duties.

Spokesperson for the Safe Cities Authority said that the monitoring of routes was also ongoing through Safe City cameras installed on PRU vehicles. Representatives of law enforcement agencies, including Lahore Police, are present at the Safe City Center. Real-time traffic route updates are being provided through Radio Safe City FM 88.6. Citizens are urged to immediately report any suspicious activities to the emergency helpline 15.

Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that water is a symbol of life and a guarantee for a secure future for coming generations.

In her message on World Water Day, the CM said that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) also forbade the wastage of water, stressing that its conservation is a shared responsibility.

The chief minister added that every drop is precious, and there is a need to raise public awareness to prevent water wastage in daily life. She expressed concern over the rapid depletion of water resources due to population growth, climate change, and negligence. Without proper conservation measures, future generations may face severe water shortages, she added.

CM Maryam Nawaz stressed the importance of practical steps to ensure efficient water use and conservation. She suggested that rainwater storage and underground tanks could be utilised for irrigation purposes. Urging immediate action, she said, 'Save water-this is the time to act. Use water responsibly for the survival of future generations.'

Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched a special Eid initiative to share the joy of the festive occasion with special children across the province.

The CM directed Special Assistant to the Chief Minister (SACM) on Special Education Sania Ashiq to personally oversee the Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Eid Gift Campaign for Special Children.

As part of the campaign, SACM Sania Ashiq Saturday visited several special education institutions, including Government Degree College for Special Education (Johar Town), Government Shadab Institute of Special Education, and Government Degree College for Special Education (Nishtar Town). She distributed Eid gifts and greeting cards to the students on behalf of CM Maryam Nawaz.

Following the Chief Minister's directive, Sania Ashiq personally visited classrooms, handing out gifts and reading a special Eid Mubarak message from CM Maryam Nawaz. She stated, 'Eid gifts are being distributed to special students in all districts of Punjab.' She further vowed that the initiative aims to reach 40,000 special children before the Eid holidays.

The children expressed their joy upon receiving the gifts, thanking CM Maryam Nawaz in their own heartfelt way.

CM Maryam Nawaz said, 'It is a great joy to see special children happy.' She also announced that new and innovative projects for special children would soon be introduced in Punjab.

On this occasion, SACM Sania Ashiq also planted a sapling in the lawn of the Special Education College.

Lahore: Provincial Minister for Higher Education Rana Sikandar Hayat visited the University of Management and Technology (UMT) and participated in a tree plantation drive by planting saplings.

The event was attended by UMT Rector Dr. Asif Raza, DG UMT Ahmad Abdullah, faculty members and a large number of students.

Speaking to the media at the ceremony, the minister emphasized the urgent need for large-scale afforestation to combat smog. He highlighted that proactive planning is essential to address smog-related challenges effectively. He stated that a total of 5 Lac trees have been planted in universities and colleges across Punjab, with extensive plantation efforts also carried out in schools.

The Minister further instructed the concerned department to map the planted trees to ensure proper tracking and care. He shared that today 5,000 trees were planted at UMT, with a total of 25,000 trees to be planted within the next three days. This initiative reflects the dynamic vision of UMT President Ibrahim Murad.

Rana Sikandar Hayat praised UMT's "One Student, One Plant" campaign, calling it an effective step toward environmental sustainability. He reiterated the government's commitment to making Pakistan a carbon credit-earning nation through increased afforestation.

Lahore: Punjab Chief Secretary Zahid Akhtar Zaman has directed all deputy commissioners to ensure comprehensive monitoring of the 'Suthra Punjab' programme by establishing an effective supervision and feedback mechanism at the union council level.

The instructions were issued during a video conference with divisional and deputy commissioners held at the Civil Secretariat here on Friday. The meeting reviewed the program's implementation across all districts, including the human resource, machinery availability, and challenges. The Secretary of Local Government and relevant officials attended in person, while divisional and deputy commissioners joined virtually.

The Chief Secretary emphasized the need for special cleanliness arrangements ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, mandating the contractors to disburse sanitary workers' salaries before the Eid. He reiterated that the program's execution aligns with the vision of Punjab Chief Minister, highlighting the introduction of a uniform cleanliness system in both urban and rural areas for the first time. He added that the private sector involvement has been prioritized to achieve the zero-waste target.

During the briefing, the Secretary of Local Government mentioned that a dedicated dashboard has been set up to monitor the 'Suthra Punjab' Program. He said that over 100,000 sanitary workers have been deployed province-wide, collecting 2.721 million tons of waste to date. Additionally, 1,300 waste enclosures and 88 landfill sites have been established, while 20,000 cleanliness-related complaints have been resolved, he concluded.

Lahore: An anti-corruption court on Friday dismissed the post-arrest bail petition of a constable, accused of fraud, due to non-prosecution.

Judge Muhammad Faisal Ahmad heard the post-arrest bail petition and ruled that the bail plea could not proceed as the accused's counsel had failed to appear for multiple hearings.

During the proceedings, the complainant's counsel, Advocate Rana Almas, argued that Abdul Razzaq, a police constable, had defrauded the complainant, Sarfaraz, of Rs. 6 million by falsely promising a job for his brother in the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA).