Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday took notice of the increasing incidents of dog bites in Rawalpindi following a report aired on a private television channel. The chief minister sought a detailed report from the Deputy Commissioner Rawalpindi and directed that strict action be taken against those found negligent, stressing that any lapse in duty affecting public safety would not be tolerated. She also instructed the concerned authorities to ensure the availability of anti-rabies vaccine in all government hospitals of Rawalpindi to provide timely treatment to affected citizens. ‘Ensuring the safety and protection of citizens is our foremost responsibility,’ the chief minister said, directing the health and district administrations to take immediate and effective measures to address the issue.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026