CM flays line depts over poor performance

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar on Friday expressed anger over the performance of line departments with regard to controlling price hike, overcoming hoarding, monsoon planning and provision of services to the citizens.

Chairing a meeting at his office, the chief minister strictly admonished the officials for failing to take timely steps and made it clear that departments will have to perform as any procrastination was intolerable.

He directed the line departments to take prior steps for the solution of public problems, adding that any negligence in this regard will not be tolerated. “Strict action would be taken against the responsible over negligence,” he warned.

The CM directed that planning for the solution of problems arising due to monsoon season should be made and public representatives be included in consultation as well. He also directed the Special Branch to submit a comprehensive report about the province-wide availability of medicines and antiseptic liquid. “A report should also be submitted about the preparedness of the WASA and possible problems, due to flood and rains, should also be identified well in advance.”

WASA as well as municipal corporations, should ensure that people may not face any difficulty.

Published in The Express Tribune, June 27^th, 2020.