LAHORE: Provincial Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique visited the under-construction Okara Medical College to review the progress of the project. The visit included officials from the Buildings Department, Secretary Specialized Healthcare Azmat Mahmood, MNA Chaudhry Riaz-ul-Haq Juj, Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Ikram Malik, and Project Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Akhtar.

According to Directorate General Public Relation – Govt of Punjab, the briefing given by Project Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Akhtar and Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Ikram Malik highlighted that the medical college is set to be completed at a cost of Rs 4.6 billion. The current phase includes work on the academic block, cafeteria, and female hostel. The Provincial Health Minister instructed officials to expedite the construction process and ensure timely completion for public benefit.

Provincial Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique emphasized the Government of Punjab’s commitment to advancing medical education and healthcare. He described the college as a significant asset for the district of Okara.

Punjab Health Secretary Azmat Mahmood asserted that the project would adhere to its timelines while maintaining transparency and quality. He instructed the Project Director to oversee the construction work weekly and to expedite progress to facilitate further funding.