Lahore: Additional Chief Secretary Punjab Iftikhar Ali Sahoo recently led a significant meeting at the Commissioner’s Office in Gujranwala, emphasizing the importance of timely delivery and public relief in ongoing development projects and governance initiatives across the division.

According to Directorate General Public Relation – Govt of Punjab, the meeting was attended by Commissioner Gujranwala and Gujrat Divisions Muhammad Ali, Deputy Commissioner Gujranwala Naveed Ahmed, and other district officers from various departments. The gathering focused on the implementation of government policies, public welfare initiatives of Chief Minister Punjab, and the progress of development projects aimed at improving civic amenities and governance.

During the meeting, Additional Chief Secretary Iftikhar Ali Sahoo stressed the need for effective implementation of government priorities and warned against any negligence or unnecessary delays in providing public relief. He underscored the responsibility of administrative officers to promptly resolve public issues, enhance service delivery, and complete development projects within set timelines. Sahoo directed departments to ensure transparency, merit, and accountability in their operations, urging officers to increase field presence and personally inspect ongoing projects and public facilities.

The Commissioner provided a comprehensive briefing on various initiatives, including the Suthra Punjab Programme, Punjab Development Programme (PDP), and other public welfare projects. Key development projects were highlighted, and progress on the establishment of libraries, parks, roads, and urban infrastructure improvements were discussed.

Further discussions included the Chief Minister Punjab’s Apni Chhat Apna Ghar Programme, agricultural sector initiatives, and measures against hoarding and profiteering. Governance and administrative reforms, such as the Governance Initiative and digitization efforts, were also reviewed.

In conclusion, Additional Chief Secretary Sahoo mandated the acceleration of development schemes, removal of project bottlenecks, and a focus on public relief, improved governance, and the continuity of development processes. Officers from various departments presented updates and future plans, with a call for close coordination to achieve administrative and development goals.