CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz has initiated numerous development projects with the aim of turning Lahore into a center of innovation and learning while also improving cleanliness throughout the province.
During a recent meeting, Maryam Nawaz directed the immediate start of projects concerning IT, education, and a film city in Lahore. She stressed the importance of providing business opportunities to leading IT companies worldwide in Lahore’s IT City, expressing satisfaction at commitments from companies such as Microsoft and Oracle to establish offices there. Additionally, she urged authorities to invite major Chinese IT firms to set up offices in Lahore. Plans were also discussed for establishing campuses of prestigious international universities in Lahore’s Education City to cater to students from across Pakistan.
Maryam Nawaz highlighted the necessity for a comprehensive plan in consultation with the management of these universities.
Moreover, she sanctioned the launch of a pilot project for free Wi-Fi in Lahore, initially focusing on educational institutions, airports, railway stations, and bus stands. The project aims to offer free Wi-Fi at 10 locations within the next two weeks, with plans to cover a total of 516 locations.
In another initiative, Maryam Nawaz announced the commencement of the “Clean Punjab” Model Pilot Project in Jhelum, Jhang, Vehari, and Bahawalnagar, aimed at making these cities exemplars of cleanliness.
She instructed the development of a sustainable model for solid waste management in both urban and rural areas.
Furthermore, expressing condolences over the loss of lives in a building collapse in Multan, she requested an immediate report from the authorities.
In a separate meeting with US Consul General Kristin K. Hawkins, discussions revolved around boosting economic cooperation and increasing scholarship opportunities for Pakistani students in American higher education institutions. The importance of collaborative efforts to address climate change was also stressed.
Additionally, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif paid a surprise visit to Johar Town Model Bazaar, engaging with shoppers and reviewing the prices of fruits and vegetables. She assured the public of her dedication to addressing their concerns and ensuring their well-being.
Chief Secretary Zahid Zaman Akhtar accompanied Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz during her visit to the Ramazan Bazaar.
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