PM Nawaz Sharif snubs Sindh Government in Thatta Jalsa
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Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday announced a health package, including issuance of health cards and construction of a 500-bed hospital, for the residents of Thatta, Sindh.
“I’m announcing this in Thatta that we will issue health cards to the people, whether or not the provincial government plays its part,” PM Nawaz said while addressing a Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) rally.
The prime minister slammed the provincial government for not resolving the issues being faced by the people of Sindh. “We initiated the health card scheme which is the need of the hour but I’m saddened to know that the provincial government refused to play its part,” he lamented.
PM Nawaz also announced construction of a 500-bed hospital in Thatta, saying it will enable locals to use their health cards to avail treatment. “Health cards will also be issued for Tando Muhammad Khan and Sajawal areas.”
Further, the premier said that he has given directions towards providing the facility of gas in the aforementioned areas. “These areas will be provided as much electricity as they need,” he said.