No plan to privatize schools in Punjab: CM Mohsin Naqvi
- By Web Desk -
- Oct 21, 2023
LAHORE: Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has categorically stated that there is no plan to privatize schools in the province, ARY News reported.
Talking to media persons in Rawalpindi, he said this matter has never been under consideration and he also commended the dedicated teachers who continue their valuable service amidst baseless rumors.
Earlier, the Chief Minister paid a visit to Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Hospital where he reviewed the ongoing construction progress of the OPD and Psychiatry Block.
In order to ensure transparency, Mohsin Naqvi instructed the preparation of a detailed list of items to be procured during the construction process.
On this occasion, he also announced a substantial budget of 1.75 billion rupees for the construction and repair work of the Holy Family Hospital.
It is pertinent to mention here Caretaker Finance Minister Dr. Shamshad Akhtar has said that the decisions with regard to state-owned entities (SOEs) will be held under a prepared list.
The caretaker government has been given a legal mandate for privatization and it could take key economic decisions including privatization of state entities.
Finance minister said that the state-owned companies will be removed from subordination of concerned ministries, and they won’t have to accept orders from these ministries.