PM directs to ensure implementation of SOPs in Punjab

PM directs to ensure implementation of SOPs in Punjab

ISLAMABAD-Prime Minister Imran Khan has ordered the authorities concerned to take appropriate measures to ensure implementation of the SOPs in Punjab and take stern action against its violation.

Presiding over a high level meeting in Lahore today (Saturday), he said that although the government is facing a lot of problems, yet the situation is still under control.

He also stressed upon the masses to adopt all precautionary measures including wearing masks while going outside and adopting social distancing.

The Prime Minister said that criticism is the job of opposition; however, we are not in panic.

He also lauded the efforts of Chief Minister Sardar Usman Khan Buzdar and praised his performance for the development of the province.

On the occasion, the Prime Minister was given detailed briefing about the measures taken for the check spread of Coronavirus in the province.

The meeting decided to take special measures to contain the rapid spread of Coronavirus in the province in general and in Lahore in particular.

Governor of the Punjab Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar, Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar, Chairman NDMA Lt. General Muhammad Afzal, Special Assistant to Prime Minister Shahbaz Gil, Punjab Health Minister Dr Yasmin Rashid and other authorities attended the meeting.