Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has rejected the summary of Rs 15 increase in metro bus and speedo bus service fare. The decision was taken during a meeting of Punjab Mass Transit Authority (PMTA) on Tuesday. The CM directed the PMTA to work in a new and unique way to increase the revenue of the authority. He also gave in-principle approval to run electric buses from Lahore Railway Station to Green Town. With the support of the World Bank, 27 electric buses will be operated in Lahore under the pilot project. It was also decided to run electric buses for Islamabad and Rawalpindi Pakistan Metro bus service.
The CM’s decision to reject the fare increase is a welcome relief for the people of Punjab, who are already struggling to make ends meet due to the high cost of living. It is hoped that the PMTA will be able to find innovative ways to increase its revenue without resorting to fare increases.
Moreover, Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi conducted a surprise visit to DHQ Hospital Gujranwala. During his visit, Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi also inspected Gujranwala Teaching Hospital and Medical College. Furthermore, he visited the pediatric ward located within the premises of the Child Protection Bureau.
Upon arrival at DHQ Hospital, Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi observed standing sewage water and noted inadequate cleanliness. Patients at DHQ Hospital Gujranwala expressed their concerns. Due to the absence of a drip stand, relatives were compelled to hold the drip while standing by the patient’s side. Attendants informed the Chief Minister that a fee of 300 rupees is levied for changing patients’ diapers at Teaching Hospital Gujranwala.
During the visit, Mrs. Tahira, an oppressed mother, appealed to Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi that due to the doctor’s mistake, her daughter died, justice should be done. Expressing his dissatisfaction with the management at DHQ Hospital, Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi promptly ordered an inquiry to be conducted by Deputy Commissioner Gujranwala. He also visited the dialysis center, kidney ward, child ward, waiting area, and emergency block. Furthermore, Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi inspected the relocated pediatric ward within the premises of the Child Protection Bureau building. Commissioner Gujranwala arrived later, having been informed of the Chief Minister’s visit.
Subsequently, caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi addressed the media, announcing the approval of the Safe City Authority project in Gujranwala. He stated that the project has commenced and is slated for completion within 120 days. Additionally, land has been procured for the establishment of a university in Gujranwala, and construction will commence shortly. The road from Benazir Chowk Gujranwala to Wahandu Interchange M3 link is on track to be completed within the stipulated timeframe. Progress is underway on the road connecting Gujranwala to Lahore.
Meanwhile, caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi also visited Gujranwala Medical College and Teaching Hospital. He inspected the five floors of the hospital and assessed the medical facilities. CM Punjab also inspected the under construction burn unit and instructed the Health Secretary to expedite its operationalization.
He interacted with patients across various wards, receiving positive feedback regarding the provision of medical facilities. In the Orthopedic Ward, Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi engaged with the young patients, expressing his heartfelt empathy. Present during the visit were Commissioner Gujranwala, RPO, Deputy Commissioner, MS Hospital, and others.
