Lahore: Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced that the Nawaz Sharif School of Eminence in Jhelum will be operational on December 15. She also revealed plans to launch Green Buses in Dina, Sohawa, and Pind Dadan Khan in January. These announcements were made during a ceremony for distributing Honhaar Scholarships and laptops to students in Jhelum.

According to Directorate General Public Relation – Govt of Punjab, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz emphasized ongoing development projects worth billions of rupees in Punjab. She assured that no public funds had been embezzled under her leadership, pledging strict action against any minister found involved in corruption. She criticized those who have gained notoriety for corruption and are residing outside the country while highlighting the efforts to address corruption within Punjab.

In her address, Maryam Nawaz stated that her government focuses on performance over rhetoric, attributing the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz’s repeated electoral success to its commitment to public service. She addressed the Lillah-Jhelum Road project, challenging critics who claim ownership without completing it during their previous tenure.

The chief minister also highlighted the launch of 300 Nawaz Sharif Schools of Eminence throughout Punjab, contrasting them with private institutions in terms of facilities and quality of education. She emphasized the importance of education as an investment in the future of Pakistan.

Maryam Nawaz discussed various development initiatives, including the provision of free travel on Green Buses and the establishment of cath labs in smaller districts. She also touched upon the Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar housing program, which has facilitated 250,000 homes with loans, improving living conditions for many families.

Addressing the challenges faced by her government, Maryam Nawaz pointed out that development projects were no longer restricted to major cities, with significant investments being made in smaller towns. She assured that government services were now merit-based, ensuring that deserving individuals receive opportunities without personal recommendations.

The chief minister concluded by expressing her commitment to expanding quality education and enhancing public-sector facilities to make them preferable over private alternatives. She criticized opposition parties for their lack of development initiatives during their tenure and highlighted the PML-N’s ongoing projects, asserting that public service is prioritized over political narratives.