CM Punjab gives Rs 54 million for Multan Journalist Housing Society

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar has handed over a cheque worth Rs. 54 million to Director-General Multan Development Authority for development works at the  Journalists Housing Society in Multan.

In a statement, the CM said that the amount would be utilized for development works so that 534 allottees could construct their homes in the society.

Usman Buzdar promised that journalist colonies would be established in every division and the government would continue to take measures for the welfare of the community.

He said that media is working freely in the country and the government is taking steps for the betterment of the journalist community.

The government firmly believes in the fundamental and legal right of freedom of expression, adding that the issues confronted by media could be resolved with joint efforts by government and journalists.

He said the media’s role in the ongoing fight against COVID-19 was appreciable and like doctors and paramedical staff, the media persons were front line soldiers in the war against the epidemic.

He said that the media role was important for creating awareness among the public, adding the Punjab government had run a vigorous campaign to educate citizens about the importance of safety measures for safety from COVID-19.

The result of non-observance of the standard operating procedures (SOPs) was visible and a decision had been made to seal the most affected areas, cm added.

He said the government was striving to minimize the spread of COVID-19 and citizens would have to follow the governmental orders in this regard.

The CM said that sufficient funds had been allocated for southern Punjab and the development works done by the PTI in Multan have no resemblance. President Multan Press Club Shakeel Anjum thanked the chief minister for providing funds.