Commissioner Multan Briefs Acting President on Development Projects, smog situation
Islamabad : Acting President of Pakistan, Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has directed the district administration in Multan to expedite the development projects and take all possible measures to overcome the hazard of smog. During a meeting , the Commissioner Multan, Aamir Karim Khan, briefed Acting President about the ongoing development projects in the Multan Division, public welfare initiatives, and administrative matters in detail.
The Acting President appreciated the effective performance of the district administration and the Commissioner during the recent floods, stating that the timely relief operations and rehabilitation of the affected people reflected the administration’s efficient strategy. Commissioner Aamir Karim Khan also acknowledged the tireless efforts and continuous engagement of Member National Assembly Syed Ali Qasim Gilani during the flood situation.
Expressing concern over the prevailing smog, the Acting President directed that immediate and strict measures be taken to provide relief to the citizens. He emphasized that all relevant departments must play an active and effective role in combating air pollution.
Furthermore, the meeting also reviewed the condition of hospitals and the public health situation in the division. The Acting President directed that in view of the increasing dengue cases, hospital facilities must be improved, preventive measures enhanced, and timely treatment of patients ensured.
The issues related to the construction work at the historically and spiritually significant Musa Pak Shrine also came under discussion. The Acting President directed the Commissioner to complete the pending work at the shrine at the earliest.
Member National Assembly Syed Ali Qasim Gilani was also present on the occasion.
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