Rs27.2m sought for replacing Maryam Nawaz’s “VVIP vehicle” tyres

ISLAMABAD: The Punjab Chief Minister’s Office has requested a supplementary grant of Rs27.2 million to replace five tyres and conduct maintenance on a VVIP high-security (bullet-proof) Mercedes armoured car to be used by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz.

In a letter addressed to the Punjab Finance Department, the CM Office cited the urgent need to replace the tyres of the VVIP Mercedes S-600-L, along with other necessary maintenance tasks.

The letter, obtained by HUM News English, revealed that M/S Shahnawaz (PVT) Ltd Lahore, the sole distributor, has provided an estimated cost of Rs27.2 million for the required work.

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Requesting the additional funds through supplementary grants for the current financial year (2023-24), the letter stressed the need for swift action to ensure the vehicle’s continued security and functionality.

Punjab Minister for Information Uzma Bukhari, speaking to HUM News English, defended the repair and maintenance of official vehicles as routine tasks. She said that attributing such actions to the chief minister is unwarranted sensationalism and pointed out the necessity of the repairs.