Punjab province witnessed a crucial meeting of the Muslim League (N) party led by its president, Nawaz Sharif, and Punjab Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz. During the meeting, the party approved the Kotli Sattian Sky Glass Project and decided to seek the services of international experts to address land sliding issues. The party also issued directives to restore the affected areas of Chitta Mora, Darra Gali, Bansa Gali, Nall and Jheeka Gali. The meeting also called for the establishment of hospital zones in Shalala, Suzzo, and Berroori, and the construction of five-star hotels with the assistance of the private sector. Moreover, the meeting instructed the immediate removal of debris from buildings that were damaged due to inundation.
Furthermore, the party decided to increase the width of streets including the Richmond Road by 10 feet. The meeting also reviewed plans for the establishment of three new parks, including the Anguri Road Park, the MIT Park, and the Ariya Park. During the briefing, it was revealed that the Bansa Gali Zoo, Eco Zone, and modern conference rooms would be established in Bansa Gali. The briefing also stated that the water supply scheme of Dhar Jawa and Donga Gali has been completed.
The meeting also approved the establishment of a modern glamping village in Choa Galli, entrusted its management to the private sector, and approved the Para Gliding Club project in Choa. The meeting also reviewed plans for the Chairlift, Punjab House, and other projects. Additionally, the party directed the completion of the feasibility report of the water supply scheme from River Jehlum by April 30, and the establishment of the first Financial Management Unit in Punjab.
Meanwhile, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has recovered 1.45 billion Iranian Rials from a Karachi-based suspect. Vice Prime Minister, Asad Mehmood, held a telephonic conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi. Federal Minister for Planning, Ahsan Iqbal, said that one political party used to claim that Pakistan’s economy was in dire straits. The police team is pursuing the suspects involved in the dacoit incident, who opened fire, and efforts are underway to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
In a separate incident, a man allegedly shot dead his ex-wife and two children in a housing society in the Karachi area of Baldia Town. The Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami, Hafiz Naeem Ur Rehman, demanded a petrol price of 250 rupees. Nasser Shah said that tribal leaders have been told to play their role in the context of Jirgas, and if anyone fails to do so, they would be dealt with strictly. US President Donald Trump said that his representatives are heading to Islamabad, who would be present for talks at night.
Chairman of the Pakistan Ulema Council, Hafeez Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi, appealed to the Hajj pilgrims to follow the Code of Conduct issued by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. Senior leader of the ruling party, Muslim League (N), Khawaja Saad Rafique, said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has saved the country from default. Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, said that the unity of political and military leadership is the guarantee of Pakistan’s strength. Iranian Army Chief, Amir Hatami, said that our army is ready to take risks, sacrifice, and make efforts for the cause.
