CM Maryam directs timely upgrade of rural and basic health units

LAHORE: In a significant development aimed at enhancing healthcare services across Punjab, Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz has initiated a comprehensive plan to revamp rural and basic health units.

This directive comes following a constructive meeting with members of the Provincial Assembly of Rawalpindi division, where CM Maryam Nawaz was lauded for her unprecedented pace of work, setting new benchmarks for efficiency.

Acknowledging the high expectations of the people, CM Maryam Nawaz diligently noted down the proposals and recommendations put forth by the Assembly Members, swiftly issuing orders for their immediate implementation.

A recent press release has revealed that CM Maryam has prioritised the restoration of the Pakistan Kidney & Liver Institute (PKLI) in Rawalpindi, underscoring the importance of healthcare infrastructure in the region.

Furthermore, directives have been issued to review the rehabilitation of District Council Dispensaries province-wide, with a specific emphasis on expediting the development work of Holy Family Hospital, Murree, and Rawat hospitals.

CM Maryam Nawaz also highlighted plans for the transformation of Kotli Sattian into a tourist destination, alongside comprehensive tourism promotion projects in Kalarkahar, Chakwal, and other areas.

In her address, CM Maryam underscored the importance of addressing crucial issues such as water supply, sanitation, and healthcare access in rural areas. To this end, she announced plans to launch a small dam project for drinking water provision in Taxila and the introduction of a mobile hospital and clinic-on-wheels initiative to cater to villages and remote areas.

Of particular note is CM Maryam’s commitment to revamp rural and basic health centres within a six-month timeframe, alongside the construction and repair of 600 roads, 5 expressways, and 3 motorways across Punjab.

Furthermore, the initiative includes the launch of a 100 per cent free medicine and home delivery service province-wide, aimed at ensuring accessibility to essential healthcare provisions for all residents.

In line with these efforts, plans are underway to establish a state-of-the-art hospital in Murree, further bolstering healthcare infrastructure in the region.