Maryam Nawaz gives 15-day deadline over poor Suthra Punjab cleanliness
She warned that strict action would be taken against those failing to keep roads and public places clean. The government also plans to introduce fines for littering and review the performance of waste management companies.
Maryam Nawaz orders strict cleanliness measures
During a special meeting on Suthra Punjab, Maryam Nawaz expressed concern over garbage and dust on roads and in public areas. She directed officials to ensure daily washing of major roads across the province.
The chief minister also ordered action against people throwing waste in markets, bazaars and vegetable, fruit and grain markets. She stressed that public places must remain clean and properly maintained.
Five cities to introduce self-operation system
The government has decided to introduce a self-operation system in Lahore, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Multan and Dera Ghazi Khan. Under this system, the government will directly manage cleanliness operations instead of depending on existing waste management companies.
Officials are also reviewing the possibility of ending contracts with solid waste management companies due to their unsatisfactory performance. The aim is to improve services and ensure better use of public resources.
Villages and sanitation workers under new monitoring system
Maryam Nawaz directed authorities to clean villages every alternate day. Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and Assistant Commissioners (ACs) will also hold weekly meetings with Field Monitoring Officers to check progress.
The government will introduce Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the performance of sanitation workers. The chief minister also ordered that workers across Punjab must receive their salaries on time.
Officials have been asked to provide details of the machinery needed for cleaning operations. They must also report how much money can be saved through the self-operation system.
Fines planned for littering and vacant plots
The government is considering fines for owners of vacant plots where garbage is found. The proposed action is intended to stop people from using empty plots as dumping places.
Deputy Commissioners from Multan, Rajanpur, Dera Ghazi Khan, Hafizabad and Muzaffargarh presented reports on cleanliness activities in their districts. They were also directed to personally inspect the cleaning machinery available in their areas.
The 15-day deadline shows that the Punjab government wants quick improvements in cleanliness. However, the success of Suthra Punjab will depend on proper monitoring and action against those who ignore the rules.
The self-operation system could improve services if the government manages workers and machinery effectively. Timely salaries, regular inspections and public cooperation will also be important for keeping cities and villages clean.
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