Last Updated on: 5th September 2024, 04:58 am
Starting next month, the Punjab government will provide free milk for Dera Ghazi Khan’s schoolchildren. This new scheme wants to improve the health and nutrition of children from kindergarten to grade 5. Over time, the initiative will expand from underdeveloped areas of the province to other regions.
Brigadier (retd) Babar Ala-ud-Din, Chairman, Chief Minister’s Directorate of Evaluation, Feedback, Inspection, and Monitoring (DEFIM), shared these details during a recent press conference.
Important Features of the Free Milk Scheme for Children
- Program: Free milk for schoolchildren from kindergarten to grade 5
- Departure point: Dera Ghazi Khan
- Release date: Next month
- Expansion: Phased deployment in other regions of Punjab
- Objective: Improve health and nutrition
The Scheme Focus on Nutrition of Schoolchildren
The objective of this initiative is to improve the nutrition of children, especially in areas with high malnutrition. By launching this scheme in Dera Ghazi Khan, the government is targeting areas where children face the most nutritional problems. The scheme’s goal is to provide children from kindergarten to fifth grade with the necessary nutrients to aid their physical and mental development. We plan to expand it to other areas of Punjab in the near future. BenazirKafaalat.pk
Babar Ala-ud-Din Did Monitoring and Evaluation of Government Projects
During his visit, Brigadier (retd) Babar Ala-ud-Din also reviewed the performance of various government departments, including health, police, education, and the Multan Development Authority (MDA). He expressed satisfaction with most of the departments, expressed concern over the cattle market, and mentioned his intention to seek an explanation from the Managing Director of Cattle Management Company, Lahore. He reassured the public that he will complete all ongoing projects, including the Vehari-Multan highway project, on schedule.
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Govt to Build New Cardio Hospital in DG Khan
The Punjab government has also announced plans to build cardio hospitals in districts like Sahiwal and Dera Ghazi Khan. This scheme is part of a broader effort to improve healthcare, especially for heart diseases, in these regions.
3 Key Benefits of the Free Milk Programme
- Better Nutrition: Ensuring that children get the nutrients they need to grow.
- Target Areas: Focus on regions with high rates of malnutrition.
- Future Expansion: Plans to implement the Programme in more areas of Punjab.
Brigadier (Retd) Addressed Infrastructure Issues in Multan
Brigadier (retd) Babar Ala-ud-Din also spoke about Multan’s outdated sewerage system and stressed the need for modernization. To address these issues, the government is planning to replace around 50 sewer pipes. He also identified over 100 illegal housing societies in the city and pledged to take immediate action against them. We have directed the concerned officials to initiate measures to tackle these illegal activities.
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Last Words
The Free Milk for Schoolchildren in Dera Ghazi Khan represents an important step by the Government of Punjab to improve the health and well-being of children in remote areas. With initiatives in nutrition, healthcare, and infrastructure, the government aims to improve the overall quality of life of its citizens. Brigadier (retd) Babar Ala-ud-Din reaffirmed the expeditious completion of ongoing projects to guarantee the planned public benefits.