Islamabad, Jan 3: Punjab has made history as the first province in Pakistan to fully automate its development system, a significant leap toward modernizing governance. Daily monitoring of development projects through advanced technology is now in place, as announced by Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb.
Key Highlights:
- Real-Time Monitoring:
- Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz oversees projects via an online portal, ensuring transparency and efficient execution.
- The automation system eliminates delays and enhances project delivery.
- Record Budget:
- A Rs. 844 billion development budgets have been allocated, emphasizing equitable progress across political lines.
- Integrated Growth Model:
- Focus on environmental sustainability alongside agricultural and industrial growth.
- Farmers benefit from subsidized machinery to boost productivity.
- ‘Clean Punjab’ Initiative:
- Expansion of Lahore’s waste management model across all districts to improve urban health.
- Measures like banning plastic bags, adopting zigzag kiln technology, and regulating industrial emissions have improved air quality.
Collaboration with China:
Punjab is working with China to extend technology-driven reforms to other governance areas, marking a new era of sustainable and transparent development.
