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LAHORE:<\/strong> Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has given deputy commissioners across the province a three-day deadline to improve conditions at public hospitals, emphasizing the need for better administrative performance and essential public services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The instructions were issued during a high-level meeting chaired by the chief minister to review the performance of deputy commissioners and the delivery of public services in different districts of Punjab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the meeting, Maryam Nawaz expressed concern over administrative shortcomings and directed district officials to take immediate steps to improve the situation at government hospitals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the report, deputy commissioners have been given three days to address problems affecting hospital conditions and ensure visible improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chief minister emphasized that district administrations must take their responsibilities seriously and work toward providing better services to citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She also expressed dissatisfaction with negligence among administrative officials, stating that the poor performance of deputy commissioners affects her reputation and the government’s public image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maryam Nawaz made it clear that district officials are responsible for ensuring that government instructions are properly implemented and that public concerns receive appropriate attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apart from healthcare facilities, the meeting also focused on environmental protection and the improvement of basic municipal services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chief minister directed authorities to ensure complete control over the burning of crop residue across Punjab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crop residue burning is considered one of the contributors to air pollution and seasonal smog, particularly during the colder months when pollution levels can become a serious public health concern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maryam Nawaz instructed deputy commissioners to take effective measures to prevent such activities and ensure full compliance with the government’s directions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The meeting also addressed problems involving streetlights and manholes in different parts of the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chief minister ordered officials to ensure that streetlights are fully functional and that manholes are properly maintained and made safe for the public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poorly maintained streetlights can create difficulties for motorists and pedestrians, especially at night, while uncovered or damaged manholes can pose serious safety risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The instructions highlight the provincial government’s focus on improving healthcare facilities, environmental management and essential urban infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maryam Nawaz also stressed the importance of accountability and effective administration, warning that negligence by district officials can negatively affect public confidence in government institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The three-day deadline for hospital improvements places responsibility on deputy commissioners to address the issues identified in their respective districts within the specified period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the supplied report does not specify what disciplinary action, if any, will be taken against officials who fail to meet the deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chief minister’s directives are expected to increase administrative attention toward hospital conditions and municipal services throughout Punjab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The effectiveness of these measures will depend on how quickly district administrations implement the instructions and whether the improvements are sustained beyond the initial deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For now, deputy commissioners have been directed to prioritize hospital conditions, prevent crop residue burning and ensure the proper functioning of streetlights and manholes across their jurisdictions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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