From Abid Usman
LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari stated that if the opposition behaves rudely, they will receive a rude response in return.
Speaking during the Punjab Assembly session, Bukhari said it was the first time in five years that she had the opportunity to speak on the budget. She shared that more than Rs 800 billion have been allocated for education and that 9.2 million people benefited from the “Clinic on Wheels” initiative within a year. She added that several new hospitals have been established recently.
CM Maryam Nawaz eliminated the “mafia groups” who were drawing salaries while sitting at home and had declared herself the Chief Minister for everyone.
The Punjab Information Minister highlighted Maryam Nawaz’s inclusive development model, saying even the streets of opposition supporters are being developed. She noted that scholarships were awarded to deserving students without questioning their political affiliations.
Earlier, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Raoof Hasan stated that the party founder Imran Khan is not being allowed to meet anyone as per the jail manual.
Speaking on Dunya News’ programme “Tonight with Samar Abbas”, the PTI leader questioned why meetings with the PTI founder are not being allowed despite court orders. He added that even the founder’s lawyers are facing difficulties due to the lack of access.
He emphasised that the party moves forward based on the founder’s directions. He said the founder’s guidance is crucial, especially regarding the budget. “If the federal government allows a meeting today, the budget can be passed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as well,” he stated.
The PTI leader added that the party has not raised any objections regarding the Field Marshal’s meeting. “We will support any step that is in the interest of the country and the nation. If the Field Marshal’s meeting yields positive results, we will support it,” he said.
Hasan further mentioned that discussions are ongoing on social media regarding the matter. He said the movement was postponed due to tensions between Iran and Israel. “If the regional situation remains the same, the movement may be further delayed,” he added.
