CM directs departments to complete development projects within stipulated period

Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has said that special attention has been paid to the progress and development of the masses and strengthening of the provincial economy under Annual Development Programme (ADP). He said that solid measures are being taken for the achievement of the targets of the growth rate during next four years. He said that funds of billions of rupees are being provided speedy development of the province and improving the living standard of the people through comprehensive reforms in social sectors. He said that youth are being imparted various skills in accordance with the market needs under Skills Development Programme. He said that work is being carried out speedily on various schemes under ADP, aimed at uplift of the province and provision of basic amenities to the citizens. He said that under ADP for the year 2014-15, priorities have been set on realistic basis for strengthening provincial economy and efforts are being made in this direction.

He was addressing a high level meeting regarding Annual Development Programme 2014-15 here today. Chairman Planning & Development informed about pace of work on development projects. The Chief Minister expressed his satisfaction over the release of funds under ADP and the performance of the concerned departments regarding their utilization during the last four months. He said that speedy and transparent completion of development projects is being ensured in the province. Hs said that the policy of third party audit of development projects is being strictly implemented. He said that special measures have been taken under ADP for raising the living standard of deprived segments of the society.

He directed that all departments should complete development projects within stipulated period as delay in the execution of development schemes will not be tolerated. He said that provincial departments should work actively for achieving their targets. Shahbaz Sharif directed that no effort be spared for the achievement of the targets fixed for the provision of job opportunities to the youth during next four years. He directed that ongoing programmes with regard to imparting skills to the youth should be implemented expeditiously.

Provincial Minister Finance, Excise & Taxation Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman, Member Provincial Assembly Dr. Ayesha Ghaus Pasha, Chief Secretary, Secretary Finance and concerned officers were also present.