Monitoring of zoo projects ordered
The lions have been brought from Lahore Safari Park under exchange of birds and animals program. PHOTO: EXPRESS
Various government departments, including the Intelligence Bureau and Anti-Corruption Establishment, have been entrusted with the responsibility of monitoring ongoing construction work at Lahore Zoo and Safari Zoo.
They are updating the Chief Minister’s office about the progress on a daily basis.
Caretaker Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi set a target to complete the Lahore Zoo and Safari Park Upgradation Projects by January 31st.
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Officials from the Planning and Development department, the Forests and Wildlife department and the CM Office are regularly visiting both facilities to monitor the construction and ensure timely completion of the project. According to sources, IB and anti-corruption teams also regularly review the development plan and pictures and videos are being taken to verify the progress of the construction.
Published in The Express Tribune, January 3rd, 2024.